Grief

5 Ways that Funeral Services Can Help with the Grieving Process

After a loss, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed by the thought of planning a funeral or memorial service. In fact, some families find it so daunting they want to forego the funeral entirely.   However, our care team here at Egizi Funeral Home knows that… Read More

Celebrating Valentine’s Day After Losing Your Partner

Holidays often trigger intense emotions in the hearts of those who have lost someone special. Valentine’s Day is no exception, especially for New Jerseyans who have experienced the death of a spouse or romantic partner. Whether the romance lasted 5 years or 50, this day can feel like a shock… Read More

Our Top 8 Tips for Taking Food to Grieving Loved Ones

When someone you care about loses a loved one, the first instinct is often, “What can I do to help?” Here in Turnersville, showing support often means food is on the way.   Take it from our staff at Egizi Funeral Home: Sympathy meals are a wonderful way to express care… Read More

Unique Ways to Remember Your Loved One on Their Birthday

Many of our neighbors in Washington Township tell us that one of the most difficult parts after losing a loved one is the “big days” that happen throughout the year. Holidays, anniversaries, birthdays – especially the birthday of the person who is no longer alive.   A day that… Read More

5 Ways to Help Children Remember Their Grandparents

For many children, a grandparent’s love is like no other. The security, the steadiness, the warmth – that kind of love fosters a connection that cannot be replicated. That kind of love is also why the death of a grandparent can leave a child – no matter their age –… Read More

A Letter to Grieving Mothers 

Dear grieving mothers,   It’s not supposed to be this way. This is not the life you dreamed of, hoped for, or expected. Parents aren’t supposed to bury their children; parents are supposed to die first. That’s the natural order of things.   What you’ve experienced is unnatural. It feels… Read More

5 Tips for Helping Grieving Teens

Grief is overwhelming at any age, but the death of a loved one can be especially tough for teenagers, who are already dealing with the ups and downs of adolescence. Our staff at Egizi Funeral Home has a lot of experience planning funeral arrangements with families,… Read More

How Grief Rituals Help on Valentine’s Day

Since the Middle Ages, Valentine’s Day has been defined as a day specifically for love and affection. At Egizi Funeral Home, we hear from families in Washington Township who say it’s a tough holiday to face when you’ve recently lost someone special. For some, this is the first Valentine’s… Read More

How To Embrace Life During a Season Of Uncertainty

Families in Washington Township, know that life changes are around every corner. With all the uncertainty we’re consistently exposed to it’s possible you may be feeling a bit unsure of what happens next. While no one really knows the answer, we do know that uncertainty can’t be escaped or avoided,… Read More

8 Tips for Managing Grief During the Holidays

For families in Washington Township who have lost a loved one recently, we know the holidays are going to look and feel different. Our caring team at Egizi Funeral Home see this every day, as we meet with our neighbors to plan funerals and burials. This… Read More