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Funeral Home
Hennessey Funeral Homes & Crematories in Spokane, Washington provides funeral home, burial, veteran, memorialization, cremation and life celebration services. Call us 24/7.
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.
Location
Hennessey Funeral Home & Crematory
2203 N Division St, Spokane, WA
99207, United States
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4.9
184 reviews
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What are people saying?
AI-generated from recent customer reviews
Compassionate Staff
Numerous reviews highlighted the exceptional compassion and support provided by staff, particularly Summer and Melissa, during difficult times.
Attention to Detail
Customers appreciated the meticulous attention to detail in planning services, including personalized touches and thoughtful arrangements.
Professionalism
The staff was consistently described as professional, knowledgeable, and efficient, making the process smoother for grieving families.
Follow-Up Care
Many reviews noted the caring follow-up from staff after services, showing continued support for families during their grieving process.
Mixed Experiences
While most feedback was positive, there were a few negative experiences regarding communication and service execution that were noted.
- KNKi NassauerNov 5, 20255.0Summer was our funeral director and guided us through an incredibly difficult time with compassion and professionalism. She was caring, attentive, and always quick to respond to my many questions. Her calm presence and support made a hard process so much easier. I am so grateful we chose Hennessey.
- BDBurke DriscollOct 28, 20255.0Summer did such a great job of helping my family plan every aspect of my father’s funeral service. We did a Catholic mass, a reception and an internment, which meant hundreds of details to work out. She helped me put together a tribute video that everyone absolutely loved. The whole thing was such a great way to honor my father and Summer was a huge part of pulling it together.
- CCChristine CrickOct 23, 20255.0Thank you so very much Summer. You were outstanding to work with. Everything you did was perfect. You have a wonderful personality and you are friendly and cheerful. Love, The Crick & Holcomb Families
- DVDaniel VazquezOct 17, 20255.0We had Summer Winters help us with our son, she went completely out of her way to help us in every aspect and did the impossible to make sure we were happy. Thank you for all your hard work and making us feel so cared for on such a hard day!
- HAHaley AndersonSep 28, 20255.0There are not enough words to describe how amazing Summer was and continues to be to our family. During a very sad and confusing time, she provided peace and comfort. She went above and beyond to ensure that the service was beautiful in every way. I truly do not know how she does it but it is very clear that this is her calling. The dedication, care and just overall love that poured from her onto us offered so much grace during such a difficult time. She treats every family and passed loved one like her own. As my Dad said, she truly was our first angel that we encountered after a tragedy. She will forever have a special place in our hearts and be known as our angel, friend and blessing. Thank you so much Summer, for everything. You have an amazing gift, and we were so blessed to have you.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hennessey Funeral Home & Crematory
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."
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 are the steps to take when a death occurs?
Upon a death, the funeral home coordinates with the cemetery and assists with state vital statistics requirements, such as birthplace and social security number. They help arrange the funeral or memorial service, order death certificates, notify family and friends, and handle obituary submissions.
Will someone come immediately if I call the funeral home?
Yes, if you request immediate assistance, a funeral director will come right away. If you prefer to spend some time with the deceased first, they will come when you're ready.
Should I choose burial or cremation for funeral arrangements?
Burial is the most common, but cremation is increasingly popular as it is often less expensive and offers flexible memorial service timing. Cremated remains may be placed in an urn for burial, mausoleum, or scattering as allowed by law.
What is the purpose of embalming a body?
Embalming sanitizes and preserves the body, allowing a longer time between death and final disposition so families can arrange and participate in comforting services.
Is embalming legally required?
Usually embalming is not required by law except in special cases. It may be necessary for certain funeral arrangements like viewings, but you can choose options that don't require embalming, such as direct cremation or immediate burial.
Do I need different funeral arrangements if I choose cremation?
Not necessarily. Cremation offers flexibility with services before, during, or after cremation. Services can be at a funeral home, crematory chapel, or place of worship depending on your wishes.
What are the business hours of Hennessey Funeral Home & Crematory?
Hennessey Funeral Home & Crematory is open 24 hours daily, including 24 hours on Federal Holidays.
What payment options are accepted at Hennessey Funeral Home & Crematory?
They accept American Express, Cash, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa as payment methods.
Are there any nearby places to visit before or after a service at Hennessey Funeral Home & Crematory?
Yes, you can visit nearby coffee shops like Daily Habit Espresso and The Daily Dose Coffee for refreshments, or consider a visit to the Salvation Army Family Store and Donation Center if interested in thrift shopping.
How can nearby services like Brothers Flooring and Expert Alignment and Brake assist me when visiting the funeral home?
If you need home improvements or vehicle maintenance while in the area, Brothers Flooring offers carpet and tiling services, and Expert Alignment and Brake provides automotive repair, helping you manage errands conveniently during your visit.
Are there wellness or personal care options near Hennessey Funeral Home & Crematory?
Yes, nearby options include 2114 Barber Shop for beauty services, Volume Hearing & Audiology for hearing care, and several nail and beauty salons such as Nailed It Spa and Loan MAI Nail Salon for personal care needs.