Grief

5 Ways to Honor Your Loved One in the Years After Their Death 

In talking to Flemington families  over the years, many have described how grief has a tendency to “sneak in” after losing a loved one. Our staff at Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services  can relate. Something as simple as hearing a particular… Read More

Managing Grief During the Holidays

The holidays are supposed to be a time of great joy. Despite all of the family togetherness and holiday cheer though, 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… Read More

How the Changing Seasons Impact Grief

“Every May, my mom helped me plant a garden. She died last fall and I tear up even thinking about shopping for flowers without her.”  “When the weather would warm up, my grandpa made his famous BBQ chicken just about every weekend. Now that he’s gone, even the smell of… Read More

How to Help a Grieving Loved One

Grief is a topic that hits every person differently. It can manifest itself through anger, isolation, depression, and many other unexpected ways. As a friend and supporter of someone who has lost a loved one, it is important to know how to support them through this difficult time. Read More

10 Things I Wish Someone Had Told Me About Grief

Grief is a complex emotion that affects each person differently, but it has become clear over our years working with our neighbors in Flemington and Hunterdon County that the only way someone can successfully process grief is to start the steps of working through it. At Wright &… Read More

The First 5 Things You Should Do When a Loved One Dies

If someone you love has just died, your head is probably spinning. Your life will never be the same, but there are some very practical things you need to handle. Here are the top five things the team at Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services… Read More

5 Ways to Support a Grieving Friend During the Holidays

“My dad died earlier this year and I can’t imagine Thanksgiving dinner without him.” “Hanukkah won’t be the same without Grandma. I wish I could fast-forward to January.” “I’ve celebrated so many Christmases with my husband that I have no idea how to make it through the holiday on my… Read More

Responding to a Friend Who is Grieving

All of us in the Flemington communities have been touched by loss. Even if you haven’t lost someone very close to you, you probably love someone who has. So, what happens when a friend is in the grips of grief? It can be hard to know what… Read More

Animals and Healing: The Power of Support Dogs

When families walk through our doors here at Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Flemington, they often feel exhausted, stressed, and overwhelmed by the loss they’ve just experienced. Owner D.J. Wright and… Read More

Love Lost: Is It Ever Too Soon to Move On?

There is an old German proverb that says, “The death of a friend is equivalent to the loss of a limb.” If that’s true, how much more so is the pain after you lose a spouse or partner? The pain is so intense, there is a confirmed phenomenon called the… Read More