We made funeral plans in advance. Dad was in a SNF and although he was thriving, in his 90's, we…read moreknew it was only a matter of time. This gave us time to pay off the expense and add more services to the contract as we could afford them. We also discussed possible contingencies that may come up in order to prevent any 'surprises' we could avoid. Part of the packet they provided us included lists of other businesses we may need, including event space for collation after services. Cataudella was recommended by a family member. We sat down with a funeral planner to discuss what services were available, understand costs, and learn about burial laws in NH where the cemetery is located. We spent a lot of time with them on our first visit and left without signing a contract. The information provided was discussed with siblings who shared an interest in the planning and we made a second appointment to meet as a group with the funeral planner. Everyone asked their questions, then we all looked over the caskets and urns on display upstairs. There is quite a wide price point to choose from. We had a private, family conversation and then created and signed a contract with our planner. The funeral planner was very good about being sure we were all comfortable with our decisions. Pre-planning was incredibly helpful. Never more so then when we received an unexpected call one winter night from the nursing home saying dad had passed. We were in no way expecting that call. Knowing who to call, having plans in place, was an indescribable comfort at a very emotional time. I was able to speak with the person we had been working with and they went to the SNF that same evening to take custody of Dad's remains. Everything worked so well. No scrambling. No stress. Just knowing Dad was in good hands. As part of the pre-planning process, they already had a photo of dad and an obituary we wrote for their website. Our biggest decision was to select a date for viewing from their calendar and deliver Dad's clothes. We arrived a bit early for a private family viewing before extended family and friends arrived. A funeral ceremony was presented by a fraternal organization Dad belonged to and his pastor performed a small ceremony at the end of the viewing. It was our choice to do it all in one place as the burial would be months later. Our funeral planner worked closely with us throughout the process including finding a mortuary to 'hold' the remains until the small cemetery where Dad's plot was located opened in the Spring. A possibility we let them know of in advance. Come Spring, we worked with the funeral home when the cemetery opened and they made all the arrangements for burial. We just showed up and had a private burial. They arranged a military ceremony graveside and to have a military plaque installed at the grave. From beginning to end, our experience with this funeral home has been excellent. Pre-planning took the stress out of the process. Other items to know: Private parking lot, clean restrooms, private consultation rooms on ground floor, water fountain in lobby, large and small viewing room on ground floor, response times from office staff was good.

If you're looking for a funeral service that caters to your family's…read more needs and a very comfortable setting and location, Cataudella Funeral Home is your best choice. Professional and courteous staff are always available to serve your family.

I was recently at a wake here. I wasn't family and didn't deal with that side of it at all, I was…read morejust one of very many mourners. From what I saw, they did an amazing job: staff were there to help, keep everything running well, and be inconspicuous when they're not needed. The parking lot wasn't very big, but there was a sign with directions to another lot that I didn't need. My friend who died had a lot of friends and the line went down the street so I'm not sure any parking lot would have been big enough. And it all worked out. While I hope to never lose another friend, it's going to happen. And if I happen to go back to Conte, I'll smile thinking good things about my late friend and the job that they did from my limited perspective as a mourner.

What kind and caring people - we could not imagine a difficult time going more smoothly than for my…read morefather-in-law last week-end. Every detail was covered and we felt completely cared for by the wonderful staff there. A very pretty home-like atmosphere and easy parking helped too.

The staff at Dewhirst Boles were very compassionate and professional…read more They helped immensely with all aspects of the burial process. Their funeral home is very welcoming and appealing. I would definitely recommend their services!

If you are looking for compassionate care before, during and after the loss of a loved one, look no…read morefurther. Jerome Jozak and the staff were professional and supportive... beyond words. Every detail was perfection. We were able to personalize the service in order to suit the family's wishes. Advanced planning was extremely beneficial.

Definitely do not recommend! Terribly unprepared and disorganized. Told they were "running late for…read morethe wake and made the family wait in the parking lot for nearly a half hour. Then finally drove up with our loved one and proceeded to hurriedly "wheel him in" right past the family. Very disrespectful

My Family stuffed the loss of our Dad after a long and productive 102 years. After attending 3 or 4…read moreServices here I decided to choose them for our needs. Kevin Comeau was extremely accommodating and a tremendous comfort during a very difficult time. He made the numerous decisions ahead of me very easy to navigate through. Before I knew it we had the frame work of honoring my Dad all laid out. The rest of his staff couldn't have been kinder to our Family throughout the course of our arrangements. Professionalism personified from start to finish. Having made most of the arrangements in advance I was told all I needed to do was pick up the phone when the time came. That phone call was met with a nearly immediate response with kindness and respect. It put into motion a wave of compassion and kind respect for my Dad and our Family. The Funeral Home we used for the rest of our Family has changed hands and left us disappointed. No such disappointments here. The home itself is a beautifully preserved old home that accommodated our needs perfectly. In conclusion I am very pleased with the service we received and will not hesitate for one second to use this Service again. This review represents reflections on what was a very sad turn of events for my Family. Making Funeral arrangements for someone you love is never easy but you can expect gentle, professional care if you make the right choice to come here. We were treated like Family and I have no doubt that you will be too.

Had recent services for my mom. Mike was professional guiding us through a difficult time…read more -Linda L

I recently visited this funeral home, as a friend's family member was being waked here…read more The facility itself was was very large and well kept and has a lot of classic of a features of a Victorian home. The grounds are historic- take a look at the massive granite columns outside in the parking lot. They are part of the former Searles estate and the whole thing was quite impressive. The staff are very nice and polite. The parking lot - was very narrow and I will avoid it next time.

My sister and I, along with our family, suffered the unexpected loss of our mother last week, and…read morewe were overwhelmed with grief. Grandchildren, great grandchildren, and extended family and friends, were all trying to process the shock. In the middle of all of this, Mr. Kevin Comeau (and his associates), of Comeau Funeral Home became a steady, compassionate guide who truly walked beside us through every step. The care she received from EMS responders, hospital doctors, nurses, and hospice staff was beyond reproach. But when reality settled in with her final breath, her appearance reflected the starkness of physical death, and it was heartbreaking to think that this might be our last memory of her. Unsure of what to do next, we reached out for help. When we called Mr. Kevin Comeau of the Comeau Funeral Home for guidance, he immediately eased our minds. He assured us that once she was in his care, he would use his experience, empathy, and skill to restore a peaceful, dignified appearance so our family could say goodbye with comfort rather than distress. He delivered on that promise with extraordinary care. When we saw her again, she looked serene and at peace, a transformation that allowed us to begin healing. That single act of compassion set the tone for a beautiful, spiritual, and comforting wake, Mass, and interment. It meant everything to our family. Mr. Comeau's professionalism is exceptional, but it is his humanity that truly sets him apart. He supported us, guided us, and treated our loved one with the utmost respect. We are deeply grateful for the kindness he showed during one of the hardest weeks of our lives. Comeau Funeral Home and Mr. Kevin Comeau have our heartfelt thanks.

We recently suffered a loss in our family and were absolutely devastated. A friend of mine had…read morerecommended Comeau's and I am so glad we contacted them. Kevin, Christina, and David were absolutely amazing through the entire process. I can't thank them enough. They treated myself and my family, like family. I knew my loved one was in great hands. Nobody is ever ready for a loss, but you can definitely put your mind at ease knowing they are there for you in your time of need. Thank you, thank you, thank you

For such a difficult time in our lives, Joel made this process so much easier! He took his time and…read moreenergy getting to know our loved one who passed, offered guidance when it came to things to do during the services, connected us with the church who was able to accommodate our services, and he assisted with transporting our deceased family member back to Massachusetts. This was the only funeral home who didn't ask us to make arrangements to get our deceased family member back to Massachusetts, he helped arrange to get the death certificate whereas other funeral homes we're going to have us do all of the heavy lifting. I am forever grateful for Joel and his staff who made this process so much easier and helped us lay our family member to rest peacefully. I highly recommend this funeral home. The staff is very warm and friendly and very sympathetic during these difficult times. Thank you so much Joel!!

I've never seen a funeral home do such a bad job with hair and makeup. If I were a family member of…read morethe deceased I would have closed the casket. Being just a friend, all I could do was look on in shock and horror at the dark, dark, orange makeup, awkward positioning and seemingly no effort put into her hair. To think that that image will be a lasting memory for her children unsettles me. Time to get a new makeup kit and get your staff back to training. Bad, bad, beyond words horrible.

Exceptional service…read more If you only have time to read one sentence of this testimonial for HL Farmer and Sons of Bradford that is the sentence this family would want you to read. If you have more time...compassionate, dedicated, attentive, patient, responsive. Brian, Brandon, Lynn and team went above and beyond carefully listening and taking the time to understand our needs. They were always available to answer our questions and provide guidance during the planning process - and even more so after. Death of a loved one is an absolute emotional rollercoaster. We are beyond grateful for their support and expertise. HL Farmer and Sons Bradford is truly outstanding - there are no words to thank them enough. The Riley/May Family