The O'Connell Blog
Blogs about life and death and how we can help.
Cemeteries
Cemeteries are a community’s landmark for so many reasons. The obvious need is for a permanent home for our loved ones. But outside of the
What COVID has done to the ritual of saying goodbye.
Every year, Merriam-Webster comes out with the word of the year. This year, conversely, there would be a competition for words we never want to
Honoring all lives lost to overdose
Losing a loved one to addiction and overdose hurts terribly. It leaves us with many questions, but not many answers. However, coming together with family
Funerals should celebrate the life of our loved ones and the best funeral directors make it happen!
When someone dies, we have a funeral because it helps us. It’s for those of us who are still here, who need to grieve. It
A Message to the Community During the COVID-19 Pandemic
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 –
Our grief just got way more complicated
Grief is deep and poignant distress caused by bereavement, something that we have lost or deprived of. Grief is consistent, relentless, unwavering, and unbiased. It
Coronavirus: Stay safe and healthy
O’Connell Family Funeral Homes are preparing for Coronavirus The Coronavirus has overwhelmingly engrossed our lives. It’s hard to miss it. Wherever you go, it’s the
Distracted driving affects us all
Life can change in a matter of a second. Just ask Tom and Wendy Goeltz of Hudson. On February 29th, 2016, their young, beautiful and
You’re grounded. No electronics for a couple of days!
Do the winter months have you in a funk? Do the cold mornings feel cold to your core? Does it seem like the sun rarely
2019, a year to remember and what’s up for 2020
As I wrap up the year at O’Connell’s, it brings so many feelings, both positive and those not so positive. First, I will be forever
Helpful advice for grieving during the Holiday season
Holidays are filled with traditions, but when someone you used to share those moments with has died, managing grief during the holiday season can be
How did they die?
Imagine you’ve just gotten an important phone call from a friend that one of your favorite coworkers just died. You’re in disbelief. You just talked
