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Redgate - Hennessy Funeral Directors in Trumbull, CT provides funeral home, burial, veteran, memorialization, cremation and life celebration services. Call us 24/7.
When we sit down with a family, our shared goal is to create a fitting, memorable and affordable service for their loved one. We offer them a wide variety of services and products, as well as a wealth of creative ideas and suggestions. Together, we'll design a memorial or funeral service that suits their needs now, and in the future. Families who come to us know that years from now, they will have deep peace-of-mind because in coming to us, they've done their best to honor their loved one.
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- PCPatricia CaciopoliOct 29, 20255.0Totally professional organization with knowledge of all the rules and regulations with regarding a person's last rite's. A Special Thanks to Gary who helped us with all the arrangements.
- CBCathleen BorgmanOct 10, 20255.0Our family has worked with Redgate Hennessy for several generations, and the attention to detail has always been outstanding. This is especially important at a time when a lot of decisions have to be made when emotions are high. They will guide you through the process.
- DKDebi KillianSep 2, 20255.0Redgate Hennessey funeral just recently did our moms memorial service , we dropped off our photo boards and our moms personal items the day before , everything was perfectly displayed it looked beautiful and the priest that did the prayer service Father Martin did a very heartfelt prayer session . The help we received setting up moms obituary and picking mass cards literally everything we had to do for her memorial we were helped immensely and so appreciated it . Every employee that we were in contact with was so nice . At such a sad time they made it so much easier for our family and definitely less stressful , wonderful people , highly recommend their services if ever needed ❤️
- LGLeigh GrahamJul 28, 20255.0I will always recommend Redgate Funeral home to anyone who needs their care and expertise at a very difficult time. Michael was very thorough and helpful with every step and decision we had to make when our Mom passed recently
- DHDavid HardyJul 28, 20255.0Our family has used Redgate-Hennessy Funeral Directors for a number of years now. They handled the burial of my mother on Saturday 7/19/25. Every detail was looked after with ease. The whole day went smoothly, as my father's did 15 years earlier. I know my mother would be very satisfied with the result. Many thanks from the Hardy family!!
Frequently Asked Questions About Redgate Hennessy Funeral Directors
What does a Funeral Director do?
Pick up the deceased and transport the body to the funeral home (anytime day or night)
Notify proper authorities, family and/or relatives
Arrange and prepare death certificates
Provide certified copies of death certificates for insurance and benefit processing
Work with the insurance agent, Social Security or Veterans Administration to ensure that necessary paperwork is filed for receipt of benefits
Prepare and submit obituary to the newspapers of your choice
Bathe and embalm the deceased body, if necessary
Prepare the body for viewing including dressing and cosmetizing
Assist the family with funeral arrangements and purchase of casket, urn, burial vault and cemetery plot
Schedule the opening and closing of the grave with cemetery personnel, if a burial is to be performed
Coordinate with clergy if a funeral or memorial service is to be held
Arrange a police escort and transportation to the funeral and/or cemetery for the family
Order funeral sprays and other flower arrangements as the family wishes
Provide Aftercare, or grief assistance, to the bereaved
What do I do when a death occurs?
The funeral home will help coordinate arrangements with the cemetery.
Bring the following information to complete the State vital statistic requirements:
✓ Birthplace
✓ Father's Name
✓ Mother's Name
✓ Social Security Number
✓ Veteran's Discharge or Claim Number
✓ Education
✓ Marital Status
Contact your clergy. Decide on time and place of funeral or memorial service. This can be done at the funeral home.
The funeral home will assist you in determining the number of copies of the death certificates you will be needing and can order them for you.
Make a list of immediate family, close friends and employer or business colleagues. Notify each by phone.
Decide on appropriate memorial to which gifts may be made (church, hospice, library, charity or school).
Gather obituary information you want to include such as age, place of birth, cause of death, occupation, college degrees, memberships held, military service , outstanding work, list of survivors in immediate family. Include time and place of services. The funeral home will normally write article and submit to newspapers (newspaper will accept picture and they will be returned intact).
Arrange for members of family or close friends to take turns answering door or phone, keeping careful record of calls. If Social Security checks are automatic deposit, notify the bank of the death.
When I call, will someone come right away?
If you request immediate assistance, yes. If the family wishes to spend a short time with the deceased to say good-bye, that’s perfectly acceptable. Your funeral director will come when your time is right.
Should I choose Burial or Cremation?
Burial in a casket is the most common method of disposing of remains in the United States, although entombment also occurs. Cremation is increasingly selected because it can be less expensive and allows for the memorial service to be held at a more convenient time in the future when relatives and friends can come together.
A funeral service followed by cremation need not be any different from a funeral service followed by a burial. Usually, cremated remains are placed in urn before being committed to a final resting place. The urn may be buried, placed in an indoor or outdoor mausoleum or columbarium, or interred in a special urn garden that many cemeteries provide for cremated remains. The remains may also be scattered, according to state law.
What is the purpose of embalming?
Embalming sanitizes and preserves the body. Embalming makes it possible to lengthen the time between death and the final disposition, allowing family members time to arrange and participate in the type of service most comforting to them.
Does a dead body have to be embalmed, according to law?
The Federal Trade Commission says, "Except in certain special cases, embalming is not required by law. Embalming may be necessary, however, if you select certain funeral arrangements, such as a funeral with viewing. If you do not want embalming, you usually have the right to choose an arrangement that does not require you to pay for it, such as direct cremation or immediate burial."
What services does a Funeral Director at Redgate Hennessy provide?
They handle everything from body transportation and death certificate preparation to funeral arrangements, embalming, coordinating with clergy, and offering grief assistance.
What should I do when a death occurs to plan with Redgate Hennessy?
Coordinate with the funeral home to handle cemetery arrangements, collect vital stats (birthplace, social security, etc.), contact clergy, decide on memorial gifts, prepare obituary info, and notify family and friends.
Is someone available immediately when I call Redgate Hennessy?
Yes, they will come right away if immediate assistance is requested, or the family can spend short time with the deceased before proceeding.
Should I choose burial or cremation for a loved one?
Burial is common, but cremation is gaining popularity as a less expensive option allowing flexible memorial scheduling and various final resting options for the ashes.
What is embalming and is it required by law?
Embalming sanitizes and preserves the body to allow time between death and final disposition. It is generally not legally required except in special cases or by funeral arrangement choices involving viewing.
What are the payment options accepted at Redgate Hennessy Funeral Directors?
They accept American Express, Cash, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa payments.
What languages are spoken at Redgate Hennessy Funeral Directors?
English is the primary language used to assist families and customers.
What are the operating hours of Redgate Hennessy Funeral Directors?
They are open 24 hours every day, including all Federal Holidays, ensuring assistance is always available.
Which nearby stores can I visit when I come to Redgate Hennessy Funeral Directors?
Nearby you can visit popular retail stores like Famous Footwear, Finish Line, Foot Locker, Brookstone, and J.Jill, as well as food options like Cinnabon and Teriyaki Way for a meal or snack.
How can nearby places like the Trumbull Mall enhance my visit to Redgate Hennessy Funeral Directors?
Trumbull Mall offers a wide variety of shopping, dining, and service options like electronics repair at iFixHere and personal care at Moda Salon or Natural Beauty, making it convenient to handle multiple errands during your visit.