Lacerenza Macari Family Funeral Home

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? ❤️

This document,

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.

This document,

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.

11/02/2025

Today, on All Souls' Day, we join hearts around the world in quiet remembrance. 🤍

It is a day to honor those we have loved and lost, to speak their names, and to hold their memories close. Though they are no longer with us, their presence remains in the stories we share, the love we carry, and the legacy they left behind.

To everyone remembering a loved one today: you are not alone. May their memory be a gentle and lasting blessing.

11/01/2025

A little extra rest can be a small gift during a season that often demands so much from our hearts and minds. 💤

As daylight saving time ends and the nights grow longer, may this change offer you a moment of quiet restoration. In grief, rest is not a luxury—it is an essential part of healing.

Be kind to yourself. Your heart is doing hard work, even when you're still.

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween! 🎃👻 Wishing everyone a spooky and safe night filled with fun!

Now for the real question: What was your favorite Halloween candy when you were a kid? Was it a classic chocolate bar, something sour, or a random sticky sweet? Let us know in the comments! 👇🍬

10/31/2025

Rosalie S. Cross

Rosalie S. Cross passed away on Monday, October 27th, 2025, at the Villa of Stamford at the age of 93.Born on September 11, 1932, in Stamford, CT. She was the daughter of the late Angelo V. Sabia and Anna Havryluk Sabia. While growing up she attended Stevens School, Cloonan Jr. High School and Stamford High School, graduating in 1950. She then went to work at Stamford Fidelity Bank and Trust Company which led her to a career in banking in...

View Rosalie S. Cross's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

10/30/2025

Halloween can be a difficult time when you're grieving. The festivities, costumes, and decorations can stir up unexpected emotions and memories. 🎃💔

In our latest blog and podcast episode, "Grieving During Halloween," we share gentle, practical ways to navigate the holiday while honoring your feelings and your loved one’s memory.

Whether you choose to skip the festivities, continue a tradition, or create something new, your grief is valid, and you deserve compassion.

You are not alone this season. Tune in to the podcast and read the blog for support and understanding.

If one of your loved ones or close friends has passed, you may find that you miss them even more around the holidays. Halloween is one holiday that we often forget about that can deeply affect someone who is grieving.

10/28/2025

Today, we honor the courage, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication of our first responders. 🚒🚑👮‍♀️

On National First Responders Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to the firefighters, paramedics, police officers, and emergency personnel who run toward danger to keep our communities safe. Their bravery often comes at a personal cost, and their service touches countless lives during moments of crisis and loss.

To all first responders and their families: thank you for your strength, your compassion, and your commitment to others. We see you, we appreciate you, and we hold you in our hearts today and always.

10/28/2025

Nicole Currivan

Nicole Currivan passed away on October 19, 2025, at the age of 30.She was born in Greenwich, Connecticut on April 17, 1995, to her loving parents Frank and Mary Ellen Currivan. From a young age, Nicole was known for her infectious sense of humor and her ability to fill any room with laughter. She brought joy and light to all that knew her. She treasured summers spent at the pool and vacations with family and friends in the Catskill Mountains...

View Nicole Currivan's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.