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Funeral Homes in Manchester, Connecticut

This page lists funeral home contact information for Manchester, Connecticut. It may help to compare a few providers by location and services offered before making calls. Browse the listings below to view contact details and directions.

Manchester Funeral Home

142 E Center St

Manchester, Connecticut 6040

5.0 (22 reviews)

Funeral home • Cremation Ground • Funeral director

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Blumenstein Funeral Home

142 E Center St

Manchester, Connecticut 6040

5.0 (1 review)

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Holmes-Watkins Funeral Home

400 Main St

Manchester, Connecticut 6040

4.8 (46 reviews)

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John F. Tierney Funeral Home

219 W Center St

Manchester, Connecticut 6040

4.8 (40 reviews)

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Affordable Tributes

142 E Center St

Manchester, Connecticut 6040

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Piper Barton A

142 E Center St

Manchester, Connecticut 6040

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Funeral Costs

How Much Does a Funeral Cost in Connecticut?

Funeral costs in Connecticut vary widely by location, provider, and service type. Below is a typical cost breakdown to help you budget and compare.

Average Full-Service
$9,609
Incl. casket, viewing & burial
Direct Cremation From
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Typical Range
$7,687-$11,531
Varies by county

Service-by-Service Cost Breakdown

Typical estimated prices - Connecticut
Basic service fee
$3,363
Embalming & preparation
$961
Casket (mid-range)
$2,883
Viewing / visitation
$769
Funeral ceremony
$769
Graveside service
$480
Transportation
$384
5 Ways to Reduce Costs
  • - Request a full itemized price list - it is your legal right
  • - Compare at least 3 providers before committing
  • - Direct cremation can save thousands vs. full burial
  • - Pre-planning may lock in today's prices against inflation
  • - You may supply your own casket - homes must accept it
FTC Funeral Rule

Federal law requires every funeral home to provide a complete itemized price list on request by phone or in person. You cannot be required to purchase a bundled package. This applies in all 50 states, including Connecticut.

What Drives the Price Up
  • - Premium or luxury caskets are the single biggest variable
  • - Metro-area viewing facilities command higher room fees
  • - Multiple certified death certificates at $15-$30 each
  • - Cemetery opening and closing fees often add $1k-$2.5k
  • - Headstones and monument costs are separate
State Laws & Requirements

Connecticut Funeral Laws & Requirements

Connecticut has specific regulations governing funerals, burials, and cremations. Understanding these before making decisions can save time and prevent complications.

Embalming is not universally required by law. However, certain conditions like public viewing or interstate transport might require it.
Many states require a licensed funeral director to oversee final dispositions and file the death certificate.
Home funerals are permitted, but you must still comply with local health regulations and paperwork requirements.
State law requires you to hire a funeral director for the filing of the death certificate. Embalming is only required for deaths from certain communicable diseases.
Associations
Connecticut Funeral Directors Association ↗
Oversees licensing standards and professional conduct for directors statewide.
National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) ↗
The world's leading, largest, and most trusted association to support funeral professionals.
Licensing Authority
Funeral directors in Connecticut are licensed and regulated by the state's Department of Health or designated regulatory board.
Quick Reference
Embalming required?No (Usually)
Licensed director required?Yes
Home funeral permitted?Yes

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