Parise Funeral Home

02/02/2026

With it being Groundhog Day, it seems like a good idea to learn more about groundhogs. Did you know that they are vegetarians, native to North America, create impressive underground burrows with multiple "rooms," and can sometimes hibernate up to six months? As long as Punxsutawney Phil predicts a short winter, we'll all be happy!

02/01/2026

You can’t celebrate African American Heritage Month without talking about music. Michael Jackson, Ella Fitzgerald, Ray Charles, Sammy Davis Jr., Aretha Franklin, Prince, Stevie Wonder, and so many others have truly shaped our musical culture. Which African American musician has had the greatest impact on your life and why?

01/30/2026

When a loved one passes away, you'll have to consider what to do with their house and possessions. If hosting an estate sale on your own sounds complicated, consider hiring a company to do it. Check out these 8 tips for hiring a professional estate sale company!

If you're considering hiring an estate sale company, look at these 8 tips for hiring a professional and trustworthy company.

01/28/2026

Charles D. Warthling

Charles D. Warthling, 94 of Media PA, died Sunday night, January 25, 2026 at Mercy Life Valley View nursing home after a lengthy battle with Alzheimers. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Eileen M. Warthling. Born December 26, 1931 in Honesdale PA, he was the son of the late Charles J. Warthling and the late Ellen Rose Warthling of Hawley, PA. He graduated from the Pennsylvania School for the Deaf (1951), then attended Williamsport Technical Institute where...

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01/27/2026

Theresa E. Liuzzo

Theresa E. Liuzzo, 92, of Carbondale, PA, died Monday, January 26, 2026 at Hospice of the Sacred Heart, Dunmore, PA, after a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Joseph T. Liuzzo on May 17, 2018. Born October 2, 1933 in Carbondale, PA, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Genevieve Borosky Fendrock. Theresa was raised in Simpson, and graduate from Fell High School. She worked for many years in Carbondale's garment...

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01/26/2026

01/25/2026

Saying what you don’t mean is the theme - enjoy Opposite Day!

01/23/2026

Most funeral homes are staffed by people who care and want to go the extra mile for you and your family. But how do you know if a funeral home doesn't have your best interests at heart? This article shares 7 warning signs to look out for, so you can ensure that you and your family receive the best funeral care and service available in your area!

When you need help planning a funeral, you want to work with the best. To make sure you do, review these warning signs to look out for!

01/23/2026

In our modern society, people aren’t given enough time to grieve their losses. The pressures of work, even the simple emotional need to “be busy,” often bring the bereaved back into the “real” world far too soon.

Having a permanent memorial – in a cemetery, mausoleum, or cremation garden – where family and friends can visit regularly is important in the days following a loss. It becomes a focal point of memorialization and gives everyone a special place to go to remember a loved one or to commemorate important occasions.

To learn more, visit us at monumentsbyparise.com.

01/22/2026

Virginia A. Warren

Virginia Ann Warren passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 after an illness. Born July 20, 1949 in Canton, Ohio, she had lived in NEPA for the last 50 years, most recently in Carbondale since retiring 15 years ago. She was known to many via her numerous nicknames Gena, Jenga, Gypsy, Genny, QueenBee, and the one which gave her the most pride… Bammy, for which she was known by her grandchildren and their friends. She’ll...

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01/21/2026

Hello! We'd like to invite you to visit our page for our monument company, Monuments by Parise, where we will be sharing some of the memorials and projects we've designed. And to visit our website, www.monumentsbyparise.com

We'd also like to invite you to visit our newly designed website for the funeral homes, www.parisefuneralhome.com

Take a look and let us know what you think!

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01/19/2026

Martin Luther King Jr. was a powerful voice for social justice and equality in our nation. Today, as we remember his life and legacy, let's celebrate the progress we've made but also commit to continuing his work toward a more united, more equitable United States of America. Thank you, Dr. King - you made a positive difference and the ripples of your impact are still going today.