Miller-Macari Family Funeral Home

11/29/2025

If this is your first year without a loved one, take a few moments to consider ways to navigate the "firsts" you will experience throughout this year.

11/27/2025

11/18/2025

The first 48 hours after losing a parent can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate them alone. 💙

In our latest blog, "The First 48 Hours: A Guide for Adult Children After a Parent’s Death," we share a compassionate, step-by-step approach to managing the immediate emotional and practical needs during this tender time. From notifying loved ones to securing important documents, this guide offers clarity when it’s needed most.

If you or someone you know is facing this difficult journey, we hope this resource brings comfort and direction.

The first 48 Hours after a parent’s death can be divided into two 24-hour segments to help manage both emotional processing and practical responsibilities.

11/16/2025

When words fail us, it's often the snapshots of love and joy held deep within our hearts that speak the loudest. These cherished memories become our most treasured inheritance, a timeless connection to those we hold dear.

We invite you to share the name of your loved one below or tell us about a moment that feels forever etched in your heart. Let's honor their legacy together by keeping their spirit shining bright. ✨

11/14/2025

You served with honor. Now, ensure your family receives the benefits and recognition you’ve earned.

Planning ahead is one of the most caring steps a veteran can take. In our latest blog and podcast episode, "Veterans' Funeral Benefits: What You're Entitled To and How to Claim It," we break down the benefits you’ve earned—from burial in a VA national cemetery to the burial allowance and Presidential Memorial Certificate.

Pre-planning ensures your service is honored exactly as you wish and gives your family the gift of clarity during a difficult time. Tune in to the podcast and read the blog to learn how to protect your legacy.

Pre-planning is a crucial step that allows veterans to ensure their wishes are known, integrate military traditions with personal preferences, and spare their loved ones from complex decisions and paperwork during a difficult time.

11/13/2025

"A nation reveals itself not only by the men it produces but also by the men it honors." – John F. Kennedy

Planning a funeral for a veteran is a profound act of love and respect. It involves unique traditions and benefits that honor a lifetime of service. Our new blog post, "A Final Salute," provides a clear and compassionate overview to help military families navigate this process with dignity.

It covers everything from military honors to burial in a national cemetery. For a comprehensive resource, download our free guide designed specifically for veterans and their families.

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11/12/2025

It's that time again to spread warmth and kindness through the Annual Miller-Macari Family Funeral Home New Warm Winter Blanket, Gloves, and Scarf Drive. The drive will help the Salvation Army (Ansonia, CT) and the St. Vincent DePaul Thrift Shop (Derby, CT). Our drive begins Monday, December 1st and ends Friday, December 5th from 9:30-2:30 every day. If you can't make it between those hours, please call 203-888-2021 and we will make arrangements to meet you. We thank you in advance for your support and kindness. ❤️

11/11/2025

Today, we pause to honor the brave individuals who answered the call to serve. We don't know them all, but we owe them all a debt of profound gratitude. It is our deepest privilege to have helped families honor the legacies of so many veterans. With respect, honor, and gratitude.

11/10/2025

Honoring those who served is a sacred duty.

When a veteran passes, their family is entitled to military funeral honors—a powerful, dignified tribute to their service and sacrifice. Our latest blog, "Honoring Service and Sacrifice: Understanding Military Funeral Honors," explains the eligibility requirements, how to request honors, and what to expect during the ceremony.

If you’re planning a service for a veteran, this guide offers clarity and support to ensure your loved one receives the recognition they deserve.

Military funeral services typically include a choice of service, a military rifle salute, flag folding, flag presentation to the next of kin, and the playing of Taps.

11/06/2025

Music has an incredible power to comfort us when words fail, especially when honoring a loved one. 🎶

Whether it's a timeless classic or a personal melody, the right song can be a bridge between grief and healing.

What song reminds you of someone special? ❤️

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11/05/2025

Feeling overwhelmed by the paperwork and responsibilities after a loved one's passing? You're not alone. 📋

Managing an estate is one of the most daunting tasks we can face during grief. But it doesn't have to feel like chaos. Our new blog post, "Finding Order in Grief," offers a compassionate, step-by-step approach to navigating this complex process.

It breaks down everything from securing documents to handling personal belongings with care. For a comprehensive roadmap, download our free estate management guide from the blog.

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11/04/2025

Grieving during the holidays? 💔

You're not alone. This season, your only responsibility is to care for your heart.

Learn gentle ways to set boundaries and protect your peace with these five strategies. It's an act of profound self-compassion. ✨

The primary responsibility for someone grieving during the holidays is to care for their heart. It explains that grief is a part of the holiday experience and that setting boundaries is an act of self-compassion, not about shutting people out.