In 1867 the "Griffin Undertakers" was founded by Elizabeth and Edward Griffin on Broadway in Greenbush which would later be Rensseaer. A painting of the original building hangs in the lobby of the current funeral home. At that time Resselaer consisted of three sections: Greenbush, East Albany, and Beverwyck.
To give a historical reference in time: Abraham Lincoln had just been assassinated, the Civil War has just ended and Alaska (Seward's Folly) had just been purchased from Russia. The funeral home has conducted funerals for the heros of every war that the United States fought, including the war dead of the Civil War.
To give a historical reference in time: Abraham Lincoln had just been assassinated, the Civil War has just ended and Alaska (Seward's Folly) had just been purchased from Russia. The funeral home has conducted funerals for the heros of every war that the United States fought, including the war dead of the Civil War.
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No matter if a death is sudden, or if it something that was a long time coming, the loss of a loved one makes us feel emotional and overwhelmed. No amount of preparation can fully prepare you for the loss of a loved one. When you are in a heightened emotional state, even the most basic decisions can seem staggering.
Traditionally, a burial service involves a visitation, followed by a funeral service in a church, or other place of worship. The casket is typically present at both these events, and it is your decision on whether to have the casket open or not. You have the option of having the remains interred (earth burial), or it may be entombed in a crypt inside a mausoleum (above ground burial).
Giving a meaningful, moving eulogy can be a nerve-wracking situation for even the most accomplished public speaker, but it need not be. How can you summarize somebody's life in a few short minutes, while being both somber and funny at the same time? Writing and delivering a eulogy is a therapeutic tool to help deal with your grief, and being chosen to give a eulogy is an honor and should be treated that way.
Like everything in society, funeral etiquette and what is expected of you has evolved over time. As always common sense and good discretion is the best guide to proper funeral etiquette. Here are a few do's and don'ts of funeral etiquette. Express your condolences - It's not easy to come up with the words to offer sympathy to someone who has just lost a loved one.
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Erica Puentes
Dec 13, 2021
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Linda Cossart
Sep 10, 2018
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I can’t say enough about my experiences with Marshall and the entire staff. They took excellent care of my entire family when we lost my beloved Mom and Dad seven years ago, my very dear brother in law last summer and now my sweetheart- my partner- my husband last week. They go well above and beyond to help you during the most difficult time of your life. I will be forever grateful to Marshall for all of his compassion and support.
Weejee
Jul 15, 2013
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My husband died and we weren't expecting him to. We took his body here for the wake transport to the church for funeral service.
My mother-in-law didn't want an open coffin, but she did not tell me, so I had it open. She told me later she was glad the coffin was open, because they did such fine work with the make-up, that my husband looked wonderful. This really and truly comforted her. She's 91 and has gone to many funerals and usually does not like the way the dead people look.
We hardly had any people come to the wake, as we have not lived in the area long. Still, the staff at this funeral
My mother-in-law didn't want an open coffin, but she did not tell me, so I had it open. She told me later she was glad the coffin was open, because they did such fine work with the make-up, that my husband looked wonderful. This really and truly comforted her. She's 91 and has gone to many funerals and usually does not like the way the dead people look.
We hardly had any people come to the wake, as we have not lived in the area long. Still, the staff at this funeral
