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Funerals, Memorials Affected by Social Distancing

By ASHLEY SAARI

The Monadnock Ledger Transcript

Social distancing has changed the way people live their lives – including the moments that once were defined by the need to come together.

Mark Cournoyer of Cournoyer Funeral Home in Jaffrey. Staff photo by Ben Conant

Funeral homes are still operating as an essential business, but the need to avoid large gatherings has resulted in a change in how families can mourn together, as the mandate against gatherings of larger than 10 people is in place for memorial services and viewings.

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