Blog

The Egizi Difference – Our Staff

Our people are behind everything we do here at Egizi Funeral Home. When you walk through the doors of our Turnersville funeral homes, you’ll feel the difference. At each of our locations, we treat your family like our own. As a family-owned funeral home, we know how important it… Read More

Reflections on the Year – A Year-End Review

As the year ends, it can be tempting to begin planning for the new year. A fresh start is appealing for many reasons—it can provide a burst of energy and enthusiasm during the depths of winter and prompt the forming of new healthy habits. Before getting caught up in New… Read More

4 Ways to Manage Grief During the Holidays

The holidays are supposed to be a time of great joy. Despite all the family togetherness and holiday cheer, this time of year can be very painful for those who have lost a loved one.   Even the most wonderful traditions – the annual family Christmas party, a friendly gift… Read More

Top 10 Holiday Dishes: Remembrance Recipes

The holiday season is a wonderful time to gather with loved ones and enjoy a delicious home-cooked meal. Well-loved comfort dishes serve as beautiful accompaniments for remembrance. Our staff members love preparing these favorite recipes during the holidays to connect with family and friends.   Chicken (or… Read More

When the Time Comes, Choose a Neighbor Who Cares

One of the greatest challenges after a loved one dies is managing a dizzying amount of logistics while facing a tidal wave of emotions. What family and friends do you need to notify? Did your loved one have preferences about cremation or traditional burial? Which funeral home should you contact to help… Read More

6 Reasons to Plan Your Own Funeral

Is it strange to plan your own funeral? We don’t think so. While no one likes to dwell on the idea of their own death, there are a number of advantages to preplanning with Egizi Funeral Home. Some say it’s the greatest gift of love you can give… Read More

Are You Grieving or Depressed? Here’s How to Tell the Difference.

Every day, our staff meets with families in Washington Township who have lost a friend or family member. Some arrive at Egizi Funeral Home tired but at peace, having had time to say goodbye and prepare for their loved one’s death. Others have had their world… Read More

6 Tips for Supporting a Caregiver in Your Life

Beyond the many demands of assisting with a loved one’s healthcare, caregiving encompasses much more – especially with the additional stressors of the pandemic. Childcare responsibilities, help with schoolwork, and limited access to services have been heaped onto many – not to mention the general toll that caregiving can take… Read More

3 Ways to Capture a Lifetime of Memories in One Service

When a loved one dies, is it truly possible to convey all that made them so special during their funeral service? Our answer at Egizi Funeral Home is an emphatic “yes” – and we’ve had more than eight decades of experience helping our neighbors in Washington Township do exactly that.   The best way to… Read More

“Mommy, when is Grandma coming back?”— Explaining Death to Children

Knowing what to say to children when a loved one dies can be a challenge. Many Turnersville families have approached our team at ­­­­Egizi Funeral Home over the years, wondering about the “best” ways to handle such a complex and emotional topic. In our work helping families… Read More