Holidays often trigger intense emotions in the hearts of those who have lost someone special. Valentine’s Day is no exception, especially for New Yorkers who have experienced the death of a spouse or romantic partner. Whether the romance lasted 5 years or 50, this day can feel like a shock to the system. Our dedicated ..read more

Grieving the death of a loved one is an overwhelming process that can take anywhere from months to years. Mourning a celebrity who has died can be a meaningful way to collectively grieve. To many of our neighbors in celebrities can feel like family members and friends. At Farenga Family of Funeral Homes & Cremation Service , our caring staff considers every ..read more

, we’ve noticed in recent years that more and more people are planning their own funeral. And some choose to do it rather early in life – many as soon as they retire. These people realize that not only are they taking the opportunity to express their own desires about their farewell, but ..read more

Farenga Family of Funeral Homes & Cremation Service , our compassionate staff members help families in navigate every stage of the grieving process. We’ve seen a variety of things help our neighbors heal, from speaking with a therapist to pursuing new hobbies to taking a trip to forming new friendships. Music is a simple thing that we’ve seen benefit a variety of ..read more

Farenga Family of Funeral Homes & Cremation Service , our dedicated staff has years of experience serving families in services. Many families in our community identify as religious, whether they practice Catholicism, Greek Orthodox traditions, Protestantism, or Judaism. We take pride in helping families honor their religious backgrounds with a loved one’s funeral.  Trust us to understand what your ..read more

, we’ve been helping our neighbors in navigate the difficult emotions associated with losing a loved one for more than a century.   Over and over again, we’ve witnessed firsthand just how heartbreaking and devastating the aftermath of losing a loved one can be — and we also understand that grief can come and go in waves.   ..read more

Farenga Family of Funeral Homes & Cremation Service , our experienced staff members receive a lot of questions from families throughout . We do our best to help our neighbors understand all that choosing entails. End-of-life services involve lots of decisions and details, and we hope these answers provide a little more understanding for families in our community.     What is ..read more

in place of a , some Queens and Astoria families might assume the variety of services is more limited and even impersonal – but this couldn’t be further from the truth when you choose Farenga Funeral Home. More people in than ever are choosing cremation, and if it’s your family’s choice, our caring ..read more

At Farenga Family of Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, our staff members love celebrating Halloween alongside family and friends. One of our favorite ways to have fun at this time of year is to gather with loved ones at community events across Queens and Astoria. From daytime outdoor gatherings to evening indoor events, there’s something ..read more

Someone you love is nearing death and you have to decide which funeral home to call – and fast. This is a situation many Queens and Astoria families find themselves in every day. And this is why we’re writing this blog. If you or your friend or family member is facing a loss, we want you to know you ..read more