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Where To Begin


Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family in this unpresidented time. Rest assure we are here to assist and offer you guidence, know that you are not alone. Words cannot express what any individual feels when mourning the lost of a loved one. Many different feelings starts to happen, including the unlimited questions that run through ones mind, especially during unpredicted circumstances. Where do I start? I can't do this? You tend to rely on the most trusted people around you for support, "FAMILY". Who do I contact first? What cemetery do I use? We didn't talk about burial options? What is the cost of a funeral? I can't afford a burial? Did the individual have life insurance? These are just few of the many questions you will have. Understanding the burial options available is very important. The hope the following information will provide guidence as you begin your burial arrangements.
Spending as much time as possible with your family and friends at this difficult time is very important part in the healing process to provide solace and meaning to the journey of life lived by your loved one.

Making Arrangements

Funeral Service

Choosing a Funeral HomeFirst you would contact a Funeral Home and speak with a Funeral Director of your choice to make all neccessary arrangements including; Viewing hours, Casket options, Memorialization, Transportation, Flower arrangements, Mass arrangements at a Catholic Church and proper documentation required.
Your Funeral Director is knowledgable, and prepared to help you with all the important details from the smallest to the biggest and even the things that didn't come to mind. The Funeral Director will outline the entire funeral arrangement process, explain burial options, contact a cemetery or crematory on your behalf, and will make sure that everything is done to your specification and wishes.

Burial Service

Choosing a Burial LocationContact one of our knowledgable staff members to select new property or reserve space in an already existing plot. Our staff can provide you with pricing for at-need or pre-need arrangements along with all the neccessary documentation required.
Whether you have a immediate need, pre-planning a furture arrangement or you just have questions, please visit our sales and pricing section and choose burial options.
The Committal or Graveside Service for a loved one typically follows final prayers at a funeral home or after a Catholic Mass at church. If a Catholic Mass is not held, proof of Catholic must be provided prior to making arrangements. Acceptable documents for proof would include; Certificate of Baptism, Certificate of Communion or Confirmation, Certificate of Marriage in a Catholic Church, or a letter from your Parish Priest stating you/were a parishioner.

Cremation

Cremation can play a vital role in the healing and closure for families. Catholic's in the past did not recognize cremation as a burial option. However, as the years past, cremation has now become widely accepted by many religions. This does not take away the feeling of losing a loved one, but a process of preparing your loved one for his or her final resting place, while respecting their wishes.
Office Hours
Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am - 12:00 noonSundays & Holidays Office Closed
Contacts
Phone: 718 792-1133 Fax: 718 792-0638
mainoffice@strayscem.com
Address
2600 Lafayette Ave Bronx, NY 10465
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