Cognetta Funeral Home & Crmtry

read moreNicholas F. Cognetta Sr. and Naida E. Cognetta first opened their doors on May 15, 1953, and our funeral home has remained a family-owned and operated business ever since, in Stamford, CT. Our attention to the smallest detail ensures a flawless experience from start to finish, from our carefully selected lighting to our renowned makeup artistry, which ensures the kindest memory picture of your loved one. Our staff specializes in many funeral services, allowing us to offer flexibility and competitive pricing that our customers appreciate.

read moreWe are pleased to provide you with a full disclosure of how our Funeral goods and services contract is presented throughout Stamford, Darien, CT and the surrounding areas. To help you understand Funeral Costs we have prepared an outline of the categories that make up a funeral account. There are basically four sections that make up the total funeral account: Casket & Merchandise Selections, Professional Service Charges, Cash Disbursements and unfortunately the government imposed taxes on applicable items in the merchandise section.

read moreWhile some people in their 40s and 50s may think it's too early to pre-plan, it actually makes good financial sense and removes the chance of leaving this difficult task to family members. By taking the time now to research cost information and calmly make choices related to your own funeral arrangements, you'll be protecting your loved ones from the burden of having to make these decisions at a time of extreme emotional stress. Prepaid programs through funeral homes allow individuals to fund their funerals in advance through different investment vehicles.

read moreThis section provides you with a wide variety of information regarding our services, throughout Stamford, CT, that are available at Nicholas F Cognetta Funeral Home. Our funeral directors will help you create a ceremony that is meaningful and fully affordable for you and your family. Whether burial and/or cremation, our staff can take care of all the arrangements, relieving you of all unnecessary burdens. If you would like to "Ask the Director" any questions, please feel free to do so and we will be happy to answer them for you.

read moreOur cremation services will give you the most peace of mind you can receive from a funeral home throughout Darien and Stamford, CT. With our onsite crematory you can rest assured that everything will be taken care of and looked after throughout the entire process. We do not send off your loved ones to be cared for by people you have never met. This is a difficult time for most, and our staff do whatever we can to make this process as easy as possible and eliminate worry. Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory is the only funeral home in Stamford, CT with a crematory on the premises.

read moreAll of our licensed directors adhere to the highest standard of ethical practices and are dedicated to meeting your every need. Their commitment to the community and genuine compassion for the families we serve are just a few of the characteristics that make them outstanding in the industry. We are proud to have them on our staff. Nicholas was the founder of Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory and worked in the death care industry for 57 years as a licensed funeral director and embalmer.