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Recognizing the Secondary Losses Others Don’t See

When you toss a pebble into a lake, it causes a ripple effect. The loss of a loved one works in a similar way. The initial loss is the most significant – and often the hardest to cope with. However, there are additional losses, known as secondary losses,… Read More

What Are Your Options? Alternatives to Traditional Funerals

If a member of our care team asked you what you envision for your own funeral, what would you say? Would it look like other services you have attended, perhaps held in a place of worship or a funeral home? Would you want a formal gathering, solemn… Read More

Why More People Are Writing Light-Hearted Obituaries

When you think of writing a meaningful obituary for a loved one who has died, adding light-hearted stories or details may not occur to you. Yet more families in Washington Township and beyond are featuring funny, optimistic, and even playful content in an attempt to express what their… Read More

Q&A – What Are My Options for Final Disposition?

One of the most important decisions you will make when it comes time to plan a funeral for someone you love, or for yourself when preplanning, is choosing a final resting place – or final disposition option. There are many preferences, cultural elements, and religious requirements that… Read More

6 Ways to Find Grief Support in Nature

Many times, after losing a loved one, those who are grieving find themselves dealing with their loss in solitude. They find it easier to stay indoors watching TV, scrolling through social media, and ignoring incoming texts and phone calls. During a difficult time, it requires less energy to stay… Read More

The Benefits of Building a Bucket List

When people hear the words “bucket list” they might first think of the 2007 film starring Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicholson. Some people might also associate a bucket list with death or people of a certain age. Putting together a bucket list can be helpful at any age. Our… Read More

How to Talk to Your Parents About Preplanning

Here at Egizi Funeral Home, we’ve noticed in recent years that more and more people are planning their own funeral. And some choose to do it rather early in life – many as soon as they retire. These people realize that not only are they taking the opportunity to… Read More

Understanding the Cremation and Burial Process

Until a loved one dies, many families in Turnersville don’t know the extent of end-of-life options, including the details of cremation, traditional burial, and the selection of a final resting place. Our Egizi Funeral Home staff hears questions like, “Can we have a funeral even with… Read More

How to Tell a Loved One’s Story with Personalization

Nowadays it’s becoming more common to personalize a loved one’s funeral. This is a great way to celebrate their individual interests, talents, and accomplishments alongside family and friends. At Egizi Funeral Home, we encourage every family to plan a service honoring what made their loved one so special. Read More

Top 10 Reasons to Preplan Your Funeral

You might be surprised how many strong opinions you have about your own funeral, memorial service, and final resting place. Our Egizi Funeral Home staff has found this to be true for most New Jersey families we’ve talked to over the years. While many people haven’t spent… Read More