Kfoury Keefe Funeral Home

Kfoury Keefe Funeral Home Full-service funeral arrangements & cremation services in West Roxbury, MA.

06/06/2019

During your period of mourning, it can be easy to feel like no one understands what you re going through. A funeral director has been there for hundreds of people while they mourn, and can be an understanding ally when you need him or her the most.

06/04/2019

It s important to remember that the week after the burial is known as "Shiva" in the Jewish faith. This is not a period of grieving meant to separate family from the world, but rather a time when family and friends come together to offer to support and compassion to those dealing with the loss.

05/30/2019

Are you dreading the funeral planning because you don t know how to put together a service that won t put your grief on display? Let s talk about the various ways we can help to keep the focus on honoring the life your loved one lived instead of the fact that he or she is gone.

05/28/2019

Although it s natural to want to give a lost loved one a spectacular funeral that s in line with the kind of person he or she was, it s not necessary to spend a small fortune on it. If you re not sure how to balance budgetary concerns with the funeral elements you believe he or she deserves, we may be able to help.

05/21/2019

Did you know that Talmudic rabbis consider the gravestone to be the "nefesh" or soul of the dead? Jewish also believe that the soul hovers over the spot where the body is buried.

05/14/2019

Have you imagined a specific type of funeral service for when you pass – perhaps something with Jazz music or with a eulogy from a favorite friend or pastor? The best way to ensure that happens after your death is to visit a funeral home and make those arrangements in advance.

05/09/2019

According to the National Directory of Mortician's Redbook, as of 2015 there are 19,391 funeral homes in operation in the U.S.

05/07/2019

Planning a funeral requires a familiarity with a variety of traditions, and knowing what is needed for each of those traditions. Jewish funerals are different- and a funeral director who is familiar with those traditions can be a great resource and help you through a trying time with a bit more peace of mind.

05/02/2019

Although planning a funeral for a loved one with similar religious beliefs may be relatively easy, it can be difficult to know what to include when your beliefs were different. This can be a time when your funeral home can help to bridge the gap for you.

04/30/2019

If your loved one recently converted to the Jewish faith before their passing, you may not know what funeral customs to follow. We’re here to help you honor their life in a way that is consistent with their spiritual beliefs.

04/25/2019

There is no requirement that a family must buy a casket, urn or other items only from the funeral home that is handling the service. That is a protection guarantee by the federal “Funeral Home Legislation.” Consumers are free to shop around to get the best deal on any products and services related to funerals.

04/23/2019

When you request cremation, we will have a form to fill out, commonly referred to as a Designation of Intentions. Among other things, it covers how you would like to take care of the cremains once the procedure has been completed.

04/18/2019

It’s important to remember that all the furnace service companies will be busier with repair and service calls once the weather turns cold. If you want to beat the rush, you may want to consider contacting us in the early part of fall.

04/16/2019

It’s important to remember that there’s no right or wrong way to organize and arrange a funeral service. If you aren’t sure how to get started or which elements others in your position would include, we can always give you some ideas.

04/11/2019

Before traditional Jewish funeral services begin, the immediate members of the decedent's family rend their garments to symbolize their loss. At times, the Rabbi may tear their clothing for them and recite a blessing. Reform Jews do not necessarily this practice, but the Rabbi's performs a symbolic variation.

04/09/2019

If you’ve never had cause to attend many funeral services, it’s natural for you to feel overwhelmed by the choices you have to make. Let’s go over the various options that are available to you, and determine which might be most appropriate for your situation.

04/04/2019

There are about 2.4 million funerals in the U.S. every year. Can you guess the annual revenue for the overall funeral market nationally? If you guessed nearly $21 billion, you're right.

04/02/2019

In the Orthodox Jewish tradition, it is customary to place stones on the grave rather than live flowers. By putting a stone on a grave, you are in effect paying your respects to that person.

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8 Spring Street
West Roxbury, MA
02132

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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