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Funeral Home
At Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Homes, we do, indeed, try to offer you a home, a comforting and inviting place to gather in remembrance and celebration of lives lived well. Our experienced staff is committed to this vision and passionate about making your time with us as memorable and uplifting as possible. We bring together decades of experience caring for families of all cultural backgrounds and diverse walks of life. We pledge to treat you and your loved ones just like family, and we guarantee to offer services that meet all of your specifications while exceeding all of your expectations. Licensed staff members are available around the clock, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to discuss your needs. Whether you are doing pre-planning or need to hold a service soon, we are ready to answer our phone and offer you warm, friendly, and empathetic service. Learn more about our funeral services.
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- Onsite servicesAvailable
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- Free parking lotAvailable
- Free street parkingNot available
Location
Bagnasco & Calcaterra - St. Clair
25800 Harper St., St. Clair Shores, MI
48081, United States
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Reviews
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- GZGeorge ZeollaNov 14, 20255.0Wow! Is all I can say about my recent experience with Bagnasco and Calcaterra Funeral Home in St. Clair Shores. Everyone was extremely helpful, kind, respectful, and went above & beyond. It made the worst days of my life thus far, laying my spouse to rest, very calm and organized, even while I was beset with grief. Shout out to Mr. Matthew Manzella, for all the organizing, and efforts. I had been through 4 months of home care Hospice of my spouse, just prior to the Funeral, so organizing a get-together of any kind was furthest from my thoughts. All the folks at Bagnasco and Calcaterra made it much more tolerable for me by flexing their expertise muscles. Can definitely recommend these folks & this business.
- S3Sammy 324Nov 6, 20255.0I came to Andi months ago to exhume my father’s remains so I can send him home to my village in Albania. She was the only funeral director that took the time to explain everything in detail about the process. She was amazing!!! It took some time but she got it done and now my father is at rest back home. Thank you Andi
- TNTina NewtonAug 10, 20255.0Bagnaso Calcaterra was the perfect place to say Good Bye to my Beloved Husband. Everyone we met there was so kind and helpful. They made sure every detail was Perfect! They guided us every step of the way during this heartbreaking journey of our final GoodBye. My family has experienced their support and professionalism through 4 Funerals. I would recommend only Bagnasco Calcaterra to everyone for the Perfect gathering of that final Goodbye to your Dearest Family Member. I cannot Thank Them Enough!!!!
- MOMichelle OakleyJul 11, 20255.0So thankful for the caring, compassionate staff at Bagnasco & Calcaterra. They thought of everything!
- JDJennifer DelamielleureNov 22, 20235.0My son, Griffin Delamielleure, my only child. I woke up early morning on October 23rd, 2023, to find my 20 year-old son in his room, already gone. Minutes later, my home was filled with medical responders, detectives & police officers who, (very kindly) escorted me away from Griffin back to my bedroom. As soon as my husband got home an officer suggested he go into our room to prevent me from seeing the coroner come thru. An officer followed my husband into our room & closed the door behind him, where he calmly stood, just blocking the door a bit. What I remember next was the sound of a big, heavy, very loud & long zipper. Immediately, I know my son is being put into what may as well be a garbage bag! (I had our vet here where my dog was peacefully put to sleep. The pet service we used for cremation had more sense. My dog was wrapped in a blanket. My son was zippered up in a tarp) The hard crinkling sound I was hearing, I just remember becoming incensed, unhinged, it was surreal. Now I understand why the officer was blocking the door from the inside. If I had known what was to come, I would have immediately called BAGNASCO & CALCATERRA FUNERAL. We knew we would cremate our son. Me & Griffin, I guess, thankfully now, did actually talk about this a couple of times so we knew how to start but not where to go. What I learned is that there are some funeral homes and/or cremation facilities that, after they pick up your loved one from the medical examiner's office, that's it! You will never get to see them unless you're having a full viewing & then cremation. We didn't think Griffin would want to be on display so if we had made the wrong decision, I'd have to live with the image I had of my son that morning, an image I thought I'd never unsee. But then I called Bagnasco & Calcaterra who helped me do just that. They picked up Griffin from the medical examiner's office & brought him into their care. Bagnasco & Calcaterra helped me to at least put some shade on the last visual I thought I'd just have to live with. They allowed me and a few family members into one of their private rooms where Griffin was waiting. Griffin was laying in a bed of white satin. Griffin was dressed in the clothes we brought. Griffin's hair was beautiful and perfect and Griffin was obviously very well taken care of. Bagnasco & Calcaterra were nothing, if not compassionate, accessible, responsive, generous and most of all patient. You never expect to bury your 20-year-old child and although our lives will never be the same, Bagnasco & Calcaterra has made our last physical goodbye to Griffin a beautiful experience and for me, a much better last visual. Thank you to everyone at the St. Clair Shores location whom we've met and even those we haven't, that have worked on our behalf in helping us through this impossible time in our lives.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bagnasco & Calcaterra - St. Clair
Do I have to make different funeral arrangements if I choose cremation?
It really depends entirely on how you wish to commemorate a life. One of the advantages of cremation is that it provides you with increased flexibility when you make your funeral and cemetery arrangements. You might, for example, choose to have a funeral service before the cremation; a memorial service at the time of cremation or after the cremation with the urn present; or a committal service at the final disposition of cremated remains. Funeral or memorial services can be held in a place of worship, a funeral home or in a crematory chapel.
What can be done with the cremated remains?
With cremation, your options are numerous. The cremains can be interred in a cemetery plot, i.e., earth burial, retained by a family member, usually in an urn, scattered on private property, or at a place that was significant to the deceased. (It would always be advisable to check for local regulations regarding scattering in a public place-your funeral director can help you with this.)
Today, there are many different types of memorial options from which to choose. Memorialization is a time-honored tradition that has been practiced for centuries. A memorial serves as a tribute to a life lived and provides a focal point for remembrance, as well as a record for future generations. The type of memorial you choose is a personal decision.
What is memorialization for a cremation?
You might choose ground burial of the urn. If so, you may usually choose either a bronze memorial or monument. Cremation niches in columbariums are also available at many cemeteries. They offer the beauty of a mausoleum setting with the benefits of above ground placement of remains. Many cemeteries also offer scattering gardens. This area of a cemetery offers the peacefulness of a serene garden where family and friends can come and reflect.
Can we scatter the cremated remains?
If you wish to have your ashes scattered somewhere, it is important to discuss your wishes to be scattered ahead of time with the person or persons who will actually have to do the cremation ashes scattering ceremony, as they might want to let your funeral professional assist in the scattering ceremony. Funeral directors can also be very helpful in creating a meaningful and personal ash scattering ceremony that they will customize to fit your families specific desires. The services can be as formal or informal as you like. Scattering services can also be public or private. Again, it is advisable to check for local regulations regarding scattering in a public place-your funeral director can help you with this.
If I am cremated, can I be buried with my spouse even if he or she was in a casket?
Yes — Depending upon the cemetery's policy, you may be able to save a grave space by having the cremains buried on top of the casketed remains of your spouse, or utilize the space provided next to him/her. Many cemeteries allow for multiple cremated remains to be interred in a single grave space.
What are the operating hours of Bagnasco & Calcaterra - St. Clair?
Bagnasco & Calcaterra - St. Clair is open 24 hours every day of the week, including federal holidays.
Where is Bagnasco & Calcaterra - St. Clair located?
The funeral home is located at 25800 Harper St., St. Clair Shores, MI 48081, USA.
What types of services does Bagnasco & Calcaterra - St. Clair offer?
They offer funeral home services including cremation, memorial services, and financing options, with experienced staff available around the clock.
Are there any payment options accepted at Bagnasco & Calcaterra - St. Clair?
Yes, they accept American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, and Visa.
Is Bagnasco & Calcaterra - St. Clair accessible for individuals with disabilities?
The facility has wheelchair accessible entrances and seating, as well as onsite parking, though wheelchair accessible restrooms are not available.
How can I contact Bagnasco & Calcaterra - St. Clair?
You can reach them by phone at +1 586-777-0557 or email at wecare@bcfhshores.com.
Can cremated remains be buried with a spouse who has casketed remains at Bagnasco & Calcaterra - St. Clair?
Yes, depending on the cemetery's policy, cremated remains may be buried on top of or next to casketed remains to save a grave space, and multiple cremated remains may be interred in a single grave space.
Are there nearby flower shops where I can purchase flowers for a funeral at Bagnasco & Calcaterra - St. Clair?
Yes, Oriental Emporium is a nearby flower and gift shop where customers can purchase flowers for funeral services.
What financial services are nearby to help with funeral planning at Bagnasco & Calcaterra - St. Clair?
Michigan United Credit Union and Bank of America ATM are nearby financial institutions that could assist with payment or financing needs for funeral arrangements.
Are there health and counseling services nearby that families can access when visiting Bagnasco & Calcaterra - St. Clair?
Yes, several health-related services are nearby including Stricker Dental Care, JCF Violet Flame Enlightenment & Healing Center, and HearSouth Audiology, which may be helpful resources for families during difficult times.