Search by Name

Search by Name

Catrina Brancato Obituary

Of East Boston, formerley of Revere & Everett, on Sept. 22, after a couragous battle with Cancer at the age of 31. Beloved wife of Joseph Brancato Jr. Devoted mother of Brittany and Briana. Loving daughter of Robert and Bobbie Jo Reed of Revere. Dear sister of Robert Reed II & his wife Kelley Ann of Revere. Cherished granddaughter of Nancy Reed and the late Thomas Reed. Adored daughter in law of Joseph and Lucia Brancato of East Boston. Also survived by many special aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Funeral services in the Chapel of The Ruggiero Mazzarella Memorial Home, 971 Saratoga St. (Orient Heights) EAST BOSTON on Wednesday, Sept. 26 at 10:00. Relatives and friends respectfully invited. Visiting hours Tuesday 4-8. In lieu of flowers memorial donations in Catrina's memory may be made to The Anthony Picarello Fondation, 1072 Saratoga St., East Boston, MA 02128. Funeral Home is handicapped accessible. Children's room available. Courtesy valet parking front entrance of Funeral Home. For complimentary transportation to and from the Funeral Home please call 617 569 0990. Ample off steet parking with attn. in our 3 parking lots. Services will conclude with Catrina being laid to rest in Wood Lawn Cemetery. For more info or to send an online condolence www.ruggieromh.com. Ruggiero Mazzarella Memorial Home Orient Heights, East Boston

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Boston Globe from Sep. 24 to Sep. 25, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Catrina Brancato

Sponsored by Auntie.

Not sure what to say?





Auntie

September 18, 2019

Missing you always

Auntie

September 18, 2019

Trina I hope you to know that you're thought of everyday. We all love and miss you give your mom and grandma a hug and kiss for me.

Auntie

February 11, 2017

Love & Miss you

Gail Clark

February 2, 2017

Miss you Trina. Always thinking of you

Auntie Donna

September 21, 2015

Love n miss u Trina!!

Auntie

September 20, 2015

I love & miss you!

Auntie

September 20, 2015

Hey Trina I visit here often to see if anyone has written but with all the media outlets now specially facebook it seems its all said there but whether here or there its said your birthday was last week hard to believe you would of been 39 where did the time go? Well I just wanted to stop by & say hi and let you know how much we all love & miss you!

gail clark

July 4, 2013

Was at your moms today Trina..saw the girls Briana is such a beautiful girl and Brittany looks just like you Trina! I miss you more than you could ever know:( wish you were here with us to celebrate holidays and stuff you know just to have you here even if its only for a little while..I would at least know to tell you i love you a little more and I would just sit with you and enjoy time in your presence ...I miss you so much!! Goodnite Trina and Happy 4th of July..xoxo

I Miss You!

Auntie

September 13, 2012

Happy Birthday Sissy I love & miss you dearly so does so many others!

gail clark

July 18, 2012

Thinking of you today Trina, missing you so much:( wish I could just see you one more time so I could say goodbye to you...I will never forgive myself for not getting there in time! Even though I know you forgive e for that,it will never leave my mind, I love you and miss you so much! I go over your moms for parties and stuff and I can't help but miss you even more, maybe that's why I don't go as often as I should... Send my love to Gram,Auntie Patty and Michael! Xo to you all<3

gail clark

June 23, 2012

Kinda strange, for some reason I googled you and came across this memorial page for you! And I just sat here and read every comment on here about you, I cried for most of them, but I know your always looking down upon us. Until we meet again I will always keep you in my heart and soul. Xoxo gail<3

February 25, 2012

hi trina its auntie vickie ; just sitting here thinking of all of you guys up there .i miss you all so much . are you teaching patty all the ropes up there ,i know one thing you guys are having a great time you got good company,grandma michael patty and bruce and alot of family i never even met ok im jealouse ok,lol we all miss you guys so much,im sure you know you have a cousin named sammy yep kims son and i cant wait till he's old enough to tell him all about you.i love you catrina miss you so much.....love auntie

Kristina Cesolini

January 23, 2012

Cat i just learned about you passing i am sooo sorry we were best friends for so long i wish i got to know you as a woman and your family. We had alot of great memories and i wish we could have shared more. You will always be in my heart. love you Kristina

October 7, 2011

Time goes bye so fast can't believe it's been 4 years. We miss you and you are always in our prayers.

Mom Dad and Rob

September 12, 2011

Trina it has been 4 longggg years since you left us please look over Auntie Put-Put for us give her the strength and courage to fight this.Also keep watching over us as i know you have been.Give Michael and grandma a great big hug and kiss from all of us ok.With all our Love and kisses. Happy Birthday.

Stephen Connolly

September 11, 2011

I didn't know you very well. But, what I do know, is you were a wonderful person. We met in high school. Wish we could've been good friends. I'll be there to see you. Maybe we could catch up. My prayers go out to you!

Melissa Reed

September 10, 2011

Trina I miss you so much but I know your giving Michael a run for his money up there making him dance with you like we did. I love you Keep him in line up there! <3

KENNY DIMMOCK

September 8, 2011

TRINA MISSING YOU MORE NOW ,LOOK DOWN ON YOU AUNT PATTI,AND GIVE HER THE STRENGTH TO TAKE ON THIS BATTLE AND WIN,LOVE AND MISS YOU

Auntie Fran

November 27, 2010

Hey Sissy just wanted to drop in and let you know Im thinking about you hope you and Grandma are keeping an eye down here on Michael & Gary hold Michaels hand for me OK. I love & miss you both so much. Talk to you later.

nicole reed

September 14, 2010

Im a Senior I madeee it! i love u adn miss u happy belated birthday./ its been 3 yrs almost and your still greatly misseedd =(

nicole reed

January 7, 2010

hey trina. can you believe i will be 17 in just 5 months?its been almost 3 years and not a day goes by that i dont think bout u. i made my own little self with pictures of u me and the kids. i haev sand and sea shells becasue we used to always go to teh beach with eachotehr adn the girls adn have fun. i have ur red sox shirt adn shorts on there too. i mis you abd love u. you are my life. i feel ur presence wen u visit me and i never want it to go away i love wen u come to visit me =] im in study hall right now and about to go to lunch. i start drivers ed in 2 months so i can drive =] i should have my lisence by summer. im excited lol. i love you and miss you <3 always adn foreverrrr!

Auntie Fran

May 29, 2009

Catrina Lynn just wanted to drop in and tell you hello & that I think of you everyday.

Auntie

January 30, 2009

I just wanted to let you know that I am thinking about you. I miss you Catrina

Auntie

October 12, 2008

Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I do not sleep.

I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glint on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.

When you wake in the morning hush,
I am the swift, uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circling flight.
I am the soft starlight at night.

Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there, I do not sleep.
(Do not stand at my grave and cry.
I am not there, I did not die!)

Trina lives on thru us all

Melissa Reed

October 10, 2008

Trina,
Hey tri I just wanted to tell you how much I miss you. I honestly think about you from the time I wake up in the morning to the time I go to sleep at night. You are even in my dreams. I look at your picture that I keep at my bedside and just pray to god that your are watching over all of us especially when we need it the most. I wanted you so bad to be one of my girls at the wedding but you will still be there. You will be the most prized pictures at the wedding. Were having a table just for you. I love you so much Trina you are and will always be my best friend in the whole world. I love you so much girl.

Love you, Melissa

An unreplace Mother and Friend

September 26, 2008

Kathy MILLARD

September 26, 2008

Hi Trina
We all miss you so much it's hard to believe your gone and it's harder to believe you won't be back. I know you are keeping a good eye on everyone especially brit and briana who miss you sooo much I miss you too I guess now I will have to wait till we see each other again so I can get a fair chance at beating you at our spitting contests LOL I wish you were here for your kids joe and your family

If roses grow in Heaven, Lord please pick a bunch for me. Place them in my Mothers arms and tell her they're from me. Tell her I love her and miss her . And when she turns to smile place a kiss upon her check and hold her for awhile.
Because remembering her is easy, I do it every day. But there's an ache within my heart that will never go away.
Forever and Always Love you Kathy

Fran Stanford

September 22, 2008

Its hard to believe that a year has gone since we lost you but it feels like yesterday. Not a day goes by that you are not thought of with love we all miss you so very much. Here a poem that I hope will comfort anyone who reads it.


Her Journey's Just Begun

Dont think of her as gone away ~
her journey has just begun,
life holds so many facets,
this earth is only one.

Just think of her as resting
from the sorrows and the tears
in a place of warmth and comfort
where there are no days and years.

Think how she must be wishing
that we could know today
how nothing but our sadness
can really pass away.

And think of her as living in the
hearts of those she touched...
for nothing is ever lost
and she was loved so much.

Love & Miss You
Auntie

Bobbie Reed

September 22, 2008

Dearest Trina,One year ago today you left our world,to become a part of God's beatiful garden known as Heaven,I bet it is the the most beautiful place to be but we want you to know that we will all meet again someday and i know that you will be waiting for us with open arms,You would be so very proud of Brittany and Briana they are getting so big and smarter every day,They think and speak of you often from there heart,they are truly missing you as well as Joe.Rob is so missing you now mre than ever,he just wishes he could pick up the phone and call you but i always tell him that he can speak to you anytime he wants and that you will hear him i know you are here with all of us Please Trina let Rob know somehow that you are here for him.Please guide your daughters from the heavens above to make the right choices in life,I'm sure they will do well but a little tap on the butt from Mommy would'nt hurt..lol.I have always felt you near me since your passing i know that you can hear me when i cry,when i laugh and when i am just silent in thought,I will always know that you will be here for me when i need someone to talk to.I know that you are that bright star that hangs over the house every night that i go out on to the porch and talk to every night ,Briana does the same thing i do she go's out everynight and looks for the biggest and brightest star in the sky and she says that's my Mommy looking down on me and my sister isn't that a cute thing at least we know she is and will always think of you no matter where she is or what she is doing.Well Trina i just wanted to let you know that you are and always will be in our thoughts each and every day. Love and Miss you Mom ,Dad and Rob.

I Love & Miss You!

September 21, 2008

DENNIS MURPHY

September 19, 2008

DEAR TRINA, I JUST WANTED TO LET YOU KNOW,I LOVE MY NIECES TO PIECES!!!!!LOVE AND MISS YOU!!! UNCLE DENNIS

JENNIFER IGO

September 19, 2008

DEAR TRINA,I NEVER GOT THE PLEASURE OF MEETING YOU BUT ITS ALMOST LIKE I DO KNOW YOU I HAVE HEARD SO SO MUCH ABOUT WHAT A WONDERFUL PERSON YOU ARE.I WILL HAVE THE HONERS OF MEETING YOU SOMEDAY AND WILL BE ABLE TO ENJOY ALL THOSE PLEAURES WITH YOU! I LOVE YOU TRINA. JENNIFER IGO

Auntie Fran Stanford

September 18, 2008

hey girls Auntie Fran here just wanted to tell you that I love & miss you and I am sorry I cant make it up this weekend but you are in my hearts forever just like Mommy, and now this guestbook will be online forever so you, Grammy, & Gramppy & everyone else can read it whenever you want okay. I love you guys

Frank & Monica Brancato

September 18, 2008

1 year has gone by how quick time goes not 1 day has gone by that we have not thought about you. We miss the laughs that we shared and know that one day we will meet again. You are in a better place now, may you rest in peace. We love and miss you and you will always be in our prayers.

Love:Frank Brancato & Family (North Attleboro MA)

frank durkee

September 9, 2008

hey catrina this is frank you didnt know me and i didnt know you but from all the pictures and stories i have heard you must have been a great person. I know that you have two outgoing lovely daughters.I just wish that i could have only found you guys sooner so we could have met each other.

Auntie

August 22, 2008

I seen this somewhere and it made me think of you, Grandma, Matt & Gramps so I wanted to share it with everyone else.


You're in a better place, I've heard a thousand times
And at least a thousand times I've rejoiced for you
But the reason why I'm broken, the reason why I cry
Is how long must I wait to be with you

I close my eyes and I see your face
If home's where my heart is then I'm out of place
Lord, won't you give me strength to make it through somehow
I've never been more homesick than now

Help me Lord cause I don't understand your ways
The reason why I wonder if I'll ever know
But, even if you showed me, the hurt would be the same
Cause I'm still here so far away from home

I close my eyes and I see your face
If home's where my heart is then I'm out of place
Lord, won't you give me strength to make it through somehow
I've never been more homesick than now

In Christ, there are no goodbye
And in Christ, there is no end
So I'll hold onto Jesus with all that I have
To see you again


And I close my eyes and I see your face
If home's where my heart is then I'm out of place
Lord, won't you give me strength to make it through somehow
Won't you give me strength to make it through somehow
Won't you give me strength to make it through somehow

I've never been more homesick than now

Auntie Fran

August 22, 2008

we thought of you with love today.
but that's nothing new!
we thought about you yesterday.
and days before that too.
we think of you in silence.
we often speak your name.
now all we have is memories.
and your picture in a frame.
your memory is our keepsake.
with which we'll never part.
God has you in his keeping.
we have you in our hearts


I Love & Miss you Sissy!

Stacy Mazzarella

August 15, 2008

I can't believe that it is approaching a year that Trina has been gone. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of her. There are so many things going on that I wish I could tell her and that she was here to see... but I know she is watching and listening from Heaven. I love you Tri and miss you so much! You will always be in our hearts!

CATHY VAN ORDEN

August 13, 2008

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

nicole reed

June 13, 2008

hii =] i miss you so much. i am 15 now. i had a great birthday and my dance recital is this sunday =] on fathers day. i miss you so much!! there is not one waking moment i dont think about you.. i saw britt and bri and i almost started crying cause wen i look at them i cant see your face in them. they are growing up to be so beautiful just like you are! and i am doing my best in school. my struggle is still earth science. i only have 1 more full day of schol then 3 finals next week for 3 hours then i am done for the summer. i will be in boston to see you soon.!! and me and britt andbri will go and catch some baby hermit crabs on the beach and run into jelly fish like last time. lol so many great memories with you that there just is'nt enough spece in the world to write it all down so i woll keep it right in my heat where it alwys has been and forever it will stay well i will be on here to write soon. i love you and i cant wait to see you again. <3 muah !*

Nicole =] i love youu and miss youu soo much!

patty stanford

April 1, 2008

Hey Sis,

I just want to tell you how much i miss you and there is not one single day that goes by that I dont think of you and i know that no gramma has help up there moving the furniture around...even if you do have to do it everyday to make her happy. I remember when you snuck up on me at the airport and jumped up on me and that was undoubtly the best welcome that i have ever or ever will have.
Missing you and Loving you every day

Your auntie patty putt putt

AUNTIE DONNA

April 1, 2008

TO MY BEAUTIFUL NIECE TRINA YOU ARE SADLY MISSED AND YOU WILL ALWAYS ALWAYS BE IN AUNTIES THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS AND DONT WORRY I WILL BE THERE TO SEE YOU AND I WILL GIVE YOU YOUR PEDICURE LOVE AND MISS YOU

Auntie Fran

February 24, 2008

Catrina I miss you so much. Think of you alot! Britt & Bri I love & miss you call me.

Love always Auntie Fran

EMILY RESTREPO

December 18, 2007

Hi, I AM ONE OF BRITTANY'S BEST FRIENDS I WISH YOUR FAMILY GOOD LUCK. ALSO A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS.i'M SO SORRY OF WHAT HAPPENED.

ariana acuna

December 18, 2007

hi catrina, Iam really sad about you but i am sorry i could not go to your funeral. Ariana

brittany brancato

December 18, 2007

SUP mommy,
1 <3 u and i know i'll see you again someday

Grammy and Grampy Reed

November 7, 2007

Dear Brittany and Briana,
Just want to let you Know that Grammy and Grampy Bob will always be here for you.through the good times and the bad, we will all miss Mommy she was the best mother in the whole world and also the best daughter a mother could ask for, your mother was my everything ,Just as you girls are my life, But always remember Mommy will live in your heart forever and don't ever forget that, We will always be here for you.

Samantha Comeau

October 20, 2007

Catrina was so awesome she was able to lend a helping hand to anyone who needed it. She is now at rest were she aint feeling those very bad pains and she can actually be free and happy. No matter what we do she is watching over us to make sure nothing happens to her loved ones. Catrina will be sadly missed by everyone. I LOVE YOU TRINA !!
R.I.P
love always ur cuzzin little samantha

Stacy & Michael Mazzarella

October 10, 2007

Words can not express the sadness that we feel that Trina is gone. She was truly a wonderful person who always inspired me. I am so thankful that she was in my life and am blessed with so many good memories. She will always live on in my heart and through her beautiful daughters, Brittany and Briana.
We love you Trina!
Love Stacy

Nicole Reed

October 8, 2007

Trina was my hero. she was a wonderful woman i loved her very much. not only was she my cousin but she was one of my best friends. i could talk to her and tell her anything and not get judged. she would help me out through any sittuation that i had, i love her so muchh. trina you will never be forgotten. you were the most beautiful angel that i have ever seen. i miss you so much. I love you so much and i wil never stop. <3

Kymberlie Dawn

September 28, 2007

Gone But Not Forgotten I Cant Really Say Much Im Just Yeah-Im So Sorry...

I miss you so bad..im sorry i wasnt there..

Lisa LoGrasso

September 28, 2007

To the Brancato and Reed Family:
I can't begin to express how sorry I am for your loss. Trina was an incredible person! Her smile and laugh will be forever embedded in my thoughts. I will never forget her. She will always be in my heart.

Auntie

September 28, 2007

God looked around his Garden and found an empty place.
He then looked down upon his earth and saw your loving face.

He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest.
His Garden must be beautiful, he always takes the best.
He knew that you were suffering, he knew you were in pain.
And knew that you would never get well on earth again.
He saw your path was difficult, he closed you tired eyes,
He whispered to you "Peace be Thine" and gave you wings to fly.
When we saw you sleeping so calm and free of pain,
We would not wish you back to earth to suffer once again.
You've left us precious memories, your love will be our guide,
You live on through your children, you're always by our side.
It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone.
For part of us went with you on the day God called you home

Tammy Reed

September 27, 2007

I cant begin to express what an angel we lost. All we can do now is to remember what a great person she was and live our lives like she would want us to do. I will never forget that smile of hers or her laugh. Trina is now an angel in heaven just like she was here with us.She will now live in the lives of Brittany and Briana. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, I love you guys. Just remember all we have to do is close our eyes and we will see her forever.We will always be here for you.

Love Tammy, Roger

Trina Nicole and I visiting the best person in the world =] miss you baby <3

Melissa Reed

September 27, 2007

Trina is a wonderful lady. She was my cousin and my best friend. I miss her so much already. No matter how far away she may be she will always be in my heart forever. I love you aunt Bobbie and Uncle Bob and Robert and Kelly and G-ma. You guys are the best and I love you Joe and Britt and Briana. Trina you will be missed but never forgotten

I LOVE YOU REEDS FOREVER=] <3

ROBERT REED

September 27, 2007

TRINA WILL BE MISSED FOREVER



HER LOVING BRO

AUNTIE VICKIE STANFORD

September 27, 2007

TO ALL MY FAMILY TRINA WILL LIVE IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER SHE WAS LOVED BY ANYONE SHE CAME IN CONTACT WITH,I JUST WANT TO SAY WE WILL MISS HER EVERY DAY FOR THE REST OF OUR LIVES. WE WILL ALL HAVE ARE GOOD DAYS AND BAD ONES BUT YOU HAVE TO BE STRONG FOR EACH OTHER .TRINA IS AT PEACE AND NO LONGER SUFFERING. SHE IS HEALED NOW ITS TIME FOR US TO HEAL NOT TO FORGET BUT HEAL...

September 27, 2007

Sherri Hagerty

September 25, 2007

Dear joe and the family,So sorry to hear about catrina,no words can explain how you feel.She will me in my thoughts and prayers every night.

Patricia Millard

September 25, 2007

No words can express the Sorrow of such a loss as Catrina. Our hearts and prayers are with you always.
Love
Pat and Charlie Millard

Frank Brancato

September 25, 2007

Brancato/Reed Family:
My heart goes out to my brother and his daughters in this most trying time. I loved Catrina like a sister. She always made me laugh and I will never forget her.

Frances Stanford

September 25, 2007

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007

Joan Strangie

September 24, 2007

To the Brancato/Reed Family:
I was deeply saddened to hear of Catrina's early death. Catrina became a part of me and every time I saw her I really felt a closeness to her and so much love. I truly loved her as if she were my own daughter. She was a joy to be around. My deepest and sincerest sympathy to all, and especially to her children. My heart goes out to all of you. If there is anything that I can do, please feel free to call me anytime. May God Bless all of you and take you through this trying time. She will be in my prayers and thoughts forever.

JOE AND JOEY MUSE

September 24, 2007

TO REED FAMILY;

I AM SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.

donna driscoll

September 24, 2007

I AM SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. NO FAMILY SHOULD FEEL LOSS SO DEEP.MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE WHOLE FAMILY,MOSTLY HER CHILDREN.MAY THE DAYS AHEAD GET EASIER.NEED ANYTHING PLEASE CALL.

Joanne Tran

September 24, 2007

God looked around his Garden and found an empty place.
He then looked down upon his earth and saw your loving face.

He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest.
His Garden must be beautiful, he always takes the best.
He knew that you were suffering, he knew you were in pain.
And knew that you would never get well on earth again.
He saw your path was difficult, he closed you tired eyes,
He whispered to you "Peace be Thine" and gave you wings to fly.
When we saw you sleeping so calm and free of pain,
We would not wish you back to earth to suffer once again.
You've left us precious memories, your love will be our guide,
You live on through your children, you're always by our side.
It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone.
For part of us went with you on the day God called you home


You will be Greatly missed!
Condolences to the Reed & Brancato Family.

Patty Brancato

September 24, 2007

Trina was the best person ever and she was also a sister to me, and I will miss her dearly!

Leah Lucido-Portrait

September 24, 2007

Joe i am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and the girls.

Showing 1 - 68 of 68 results

Make a Donation
in Catrina Brancato's name

Memorial Events
for Catrina Brancato

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Catrina's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Catrina Brancato's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more