For anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one during the COVID-19 pandemic, social distancing has been more than just an inconvenience – it has limited your options for gathering to mourn, reflect and say goodbye. During this challenging time, there is one constant. O’Connell Family Funeral Homes is here, to help you, your family and friends, guiding you in finding meaningful ways to say goodbye in the most trying circumstances.
A Message to the Community During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Learn how cremation works, from temperatures and timing to safeguards, identification procedures, and what remains afterward. Understand the ethical standards and care provided throughout the process.
Mike & Emma open up about what it means to serve families through life's most difficult moments, and how their family's calling has shaped who they are today.
Discover how comfort food soothes the soul, builds community, and brings healing through love, memory, and shared connection.
Supporting someone in deep grief? Here’s what they actually need—and what to avoid saying during the hardest moments.
Saying “just cremate me” can leave your family in pain. Learn why your goodbye matters.
Unprocessed past trauma can affect your life today. Learn how to start healing.
Discover what a military funeral includes, who qualifies for VA burial benefits, and how O’Connell’s supports families through the process.
Discover how families are using DNA preservation as a modern way to honor their loved ones and pass on genetic knowledge for generations to come.
Learn about the process and considerations when requesting to have gold teeth removed before a funeral. Expert insights from a funeral director.
Discover the personal choice of being present during a funeral. A funeral director shares insights on this deeply personal decision.
