Colonial Forastiere Funeral Home

Colonial Forastiere Funeral Home Since 1905, our family has been honored to help families during one of the most difficult times.

At Forastiere Family Funeral & Cremation, we do, indeed, try to offer you a home, a comforting and inviting place to gather in remembrance and celebration of lives lived well. Our experienced staff is committed to this vision and passionate about making your time with us as memorable and uplifting as possible. We bring together decades of experience caring for families of all cultural backgrounds and diverse walks of life. We pledge to treat you and your loved ones just like family, and we guarantee to offer services that meet all of your specifications while exceeding all of your expectations.

Remembering the life of Maureen B. Costello
01/09/2026

Remembering the life of Maureen B. Costello

View Maureen B. Costello's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

Don't forgot about Grief Book Club. The book for January is Meredith Out of the Darkness by Amanda Gale and we will meet...
01/09/2026

Don't forgot about Grief Book Club. The book for January is Meredith Out of the Darkness by Amanda Gale and we will meet Monday, January 26th at Forastiere Smith in East Longmeadow from 6:30pm - 7pm.

Remembering the life of Richard Wright, Jr.
01/08/2026

Remembering the life of Richard Wright, Jr.

View Richard Wright Jr.'s obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

This week’s idea is all about low-cost creativity. Free printable coloring pages, simple clay, or even using a child’s w...
01/07/2026

This week’s idea is all about low-cost creativity. Free printable coloring pages, simple clay, or even using a child’s watercolor set tucked away at home. Sometimes the simplest tools bring the most joy. Creativity doesn’t require talent or expensive supplies... just curiosity.

Join us tomorrow night
01/06/2026

Join us tomorrow night

01/02/2026
January can feel long and quiet. Instead of resolutions, we’re inviting our community to try something new, something si...
01/02/2026

January can feel long and quiet. Instead of resolutions, we’re inviting our community to try something new, something simple, comforting, or creative. Every Wednesday, we’ll be sharing easy, low-cost ideas you can try at home, at your own pace. Join us, and share with us what you're doing new this month.

Wishing you a New Year filled with fresh beginnings, gentle moments, and hope. Happy New Year from all of us.
01/01/2026

Wishing you a New Year filled with fresh beginnings, gentle moments, and hope. Happy New Year from all of us.

Carry the Light ForwardAs the year closes, what light do you want to carry with you into the new year?  A lesson, a memo...
01/01/2026

Carry the Light Forward
As the year closes, what light do you want to carry with you into the new year? A lesson, a memory, a feeling, or an intention?

Remembering the life of Gary A. Melbourne
12/31/2025

Remembering the life of Gary A. Melbourne

View Gary A. Melbourne's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

Remembering the life of Patricia Jean Pepper
12/30/2025

Remembering the life of Patricia Jean Pepper

View Patricia Jean Pepper's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

Wishing peace, warmth, and moments of calm this Christmas.
12/25/2025

Wishing peace, warmth, and moments of calm this Christmas.

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Agawam, MA
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