Fioritto Funeral Service

12/18/2025

Coping With Grief During the Holidays

The holidays are a time for joy, but they can also be especially difficult when you’re grieving someone you love. If you or someone you care about is facing loss this season, it’s okay to feel a mix of emotions — sadness, nostalgia, and even moments of happiness can all coexist.

Here are a few gentle reminders to help you through:

✨ Give yourself permission to feel. There’s no right or wrong way to grieve. Some days may feel heavier than others, and that’s okay.

🕯️ Create new traditions, or honor old ones. You might choose to remember your loved one in a way that feels meaningful — whether it’s lighting a candle, sharing stories, or doing something they enjoyed.

🤝 Lean on others. Surrounding yourself with supportive friends or family can make a big difference. You don’t have to go through this alone.

🌿 Take care of your needs. Rest when you need to, eat well, and take breaks from festivities if they become overwhelming.

💬 Talk about how you feel. Sharing your thoughts and memories with someone who cares can be healing and comforting.

This season can be tender, and it’s okay to show kindness to yourself. If you’re struggling, reach out to someone you trust — support and understanding are powerful.

“It’s the most wonderful time of the year,” the song tells us. But if you’re dealing with grief — namely the death of a loved one — the holiday season can become a barrage of painful reminders that your life isn’t what you had hoped.

12/14/2025

Click the link below to view Valeria's obituary, service information and leave the family a message in her guestbook...

View Valeria DiPietro's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

12/11/2025

Funeral Procession Etiquette You Should Know

Funeral processions are a meaningful way to show respect and support for families during a time of loss. If you’re unsure about how to act when you’re part of one, here are some simple guidelines to help you navigate them with dignity and care:

🛑 Stay with the group. When you join a funeral procession, do your best to stay with the line of vehicles until the service or burial is over. It’s not a race — it’s a sign of respect.

🚦 Follow traffic laws — and the lead vehicle. The lead car will usually have flashing lights and will guide the group. Other drivers should follow safely behind and obey traffic signals, pulling through intersections only when it’s safe.

👋 Acknowledge others appropriately. People often show respect by lowering their window, placing a hand over their heart, or simply being still and quiet as the procession passes.

📵 Avoid distractions. Please don’t text, make calls, eat, or do anything that takes your attention away from the road. Focus on driving safely and respectfully.

🧑‍✈️ Be mindful of other drivers. Not everyone on the road may realize there’s a procession — be patient and courteous if cars need to merge or fall behind.

Funeral processions are one of the last acts of honor we can give to someone’s life, and knowing how to behave helps keep everyone safe and respectful during these moments. 🕊️

Most of us have either witnessed or been part of a funeral procession. The images are somber and moving, alerting the entire community that one of their own has died.

12/07/2025

Click the link below to view Richard's obituary, service information and to leave the family a message in his guestbook...

View Richard G. McMullen's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

12/07/2025

12/06/2025

Continuing with our 75th Anniversary, here's an article that gives some insight how it started and what keeps us the #1 service provider in the industry! Thank you for all your support over the years!

This year marks the 75th since the founding of Fioritto Funeral Service. Started as a home-run business in Cleveland by Mario Fioritto Sr., the business carries on in Lyndhurst under the guidance of licensed funeral directors Mario Fioritto Jr., his sister DonnaMarie Fioritto Tamburro, and her son,....

12/04/2025

Every life tells a story — and every story deserves to be shared.

Taking a little time to talk with the people we love can create some of the most meaningful memories we’ll ever have. These conversations aren’t just about the big milestones — they’re about the moments, values, and experiences that shaped who we are.

Whether it’s a favorite childhood memory, a life lesson learned the hard way, or a dream that changed your path, sharing these stories helps families connect in deeper, lasting ways. ❤️

Make space for those conversations. Ask questions. Listen. Laugh. Remember.
It’s one of the greatest gifts you can give — and one of the most precious you can receive.

🕊️ Start the Talk of a Lifetime today.

It’s time to tell OUR story, with ONE voice. You can help create a positive momentum toward reversing the trend of less memorialization by taking part in the new FAMIC consumer education campaign, Have the Talk of a Lifetime™.

12/03/2025

Click the link below to view Carlo's obituary, service information and to leave the family a message in his guestbook...

View Carlo Di Franco's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

12/02/2025

Click the link below to view Greg's obituary and service information....

View Gregory C. Fuss, JD's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

12/02/2025

Visit Eugene's obit, share a memory and sign the guestbook...

View Eugene E. Pawlowski's obituary, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.