Hathaway Family Funeral Homes

12/25/2025

With warmth in our hearts, we send festive Christmas greetings your way!

12/21/2025

Just a kind reminder at this busy time of year to take a breath, look up, and be thankful. The days are going to begin getting longer!

12/20/2025

Grievers, please remember that it is okay to decline invitations and take time for yourself. Self care can go by the wayside when the hustle and bustle sets in. Remember to schedule that time to protect your mental and emotional health. ❤️

12/18/2025

Navigating the holidays after a loss can be challenging for many. One subtle way to honor a loved one is to create a memorial space for the person. At this time of year, that could mean incorporating holiday decorations around their photo or creating a wreath featuring ornaments or symbols that represent their personality. This could become a seasonal display, changing decorations throughout the year to honor their memory.

12/17/2025

The need in our community is great. This coat drive is ongoing through January.

We are partnering with United Way for their winter coat and gear drive. We will be accepting donations of new and like new items Monday through Friday 9am to 3pm at two of our locations.
1813 Robeson Street, Fall River and
900 Buffinton Street, Somerset.

This program runs through the end of January so there is plenty of time to participate.

12/17/2025

Christmas in Fall River - Holiday Concert
Friday, December 19, 2025, Doors 6:30 PM, Show 7:30–9:30 PM
B.M.C. Durfee High School Auditorium, Fall River
Tickets: $10 per person (all ages)
Celebrate the season with the 7th Annual Christmas in Fall River concert, an inspiring evening of holiday music for the whole community. The program opens with the Durfee High School chorus, followed by special performances from Mary McAvoy (from The Voice) and Sons of Serendip (finalists on America’s Got Talent). Enjoy a warm, uplifting night of familiar carols, beautiful arrangements, and festive spirit.
https://cityoffallriver.ticketspice.com/7th-annual-christmas-in-fall-river-concert

12/16/2025

Two things can help you and others through difficult times: Kindness and Grace. Give these things to yourself and others for comfort and tranquility.

12/16/2025

12/15/2025

Virtual reality tools can help hospice patients and their families connect. The Hathaway blog talks about the unique ways virtual reality can provide a freeing, uplifting experience to people in hospice care.
https://www.hathawayfunerals.com/new-ways-to-be-there-how-virtual-reality-is-helping-hospice-patients-and-families-connect

12/13/2025

Holiday movies are a familiar way to gather family together for some entertainment. But hy not *listen* to a classic holiday story on your favorite platform? Most of the audio platforms offer audio versions of classic holiday stories, such as A Christmas Carol and The Gift of the Magi. Search for "holiday stories" or even "holiday podcasts" on your source of choice, and listen with kids and older adults. Maybe do a holiday puzzle while you listen, as well.

12/12/2025

Good Grief offers many simple and excellent ways to help grievers. For this time of year, that includes tips for navigating the holidays, a holiday gratitude journal, and a list of holiday rituals and traditions. See the website for PDF files on these and many other topics related to grieving.
https://good-grief.org/resources/

12/10/2025

In this short article, the author takes another angle on analogies for grief and life. "Grief seasons" may be more appropriate, and life is more like a garden than a journey.

In grief - and life in general - we seem to aspire to the idea of forward momentum. We often talk about "journeys" and "taking steps," but lately I've been asking myself: where exactly are we heading? I guess when you're young, it makes sense. Every year, there's […]