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Trusted Funeral & Cremation Services in Massachusetts
Hathaway Family Funeral Homes has served families in greater Bristol County for over 130 years, establishing a legacy of compassion, dignity, and personalized care. Our team of dedicated professionals specializes in creating meaningful funeral services tailored to each family's unique needs, offering cremation options, pre-planning resources, and veteran-specific services. With locations in Fall River, Somerset, Taunton, New Bedford, Attleboro, and Fairhaven, we combine generational expertise with modern innovations to provide comfort during life's most difficult moments.Our commitment to community support extends to grief counseling resources, local partnerships, and a guarantee of transparency in all arrangements. For four generations, our family-owned business has prioritized ethical practices, attentive service coordination, and the preservation of cherished traditions while adapting to contemporary preferences.
Services
Funeral Services
Cremation Services
Pre-Planning Consultations
Veteran Honors Ceremonies
Grief Support Resources
Obituary Assistance
Memorial Video Production
Transportation Services
Cemetery Arrangements
Flower Coordination
Highlights and features
- Four generations of family-owned funeral service expertise since 1895
- Personalized video tributes and music integration for customized memorials
- Specialized veteran service coordination with full honor guard support
- 24/7 immediate response with multiple location accessibility across Bristol County
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees for pre-planned or immediate arrangements
What people say
Personalized video tributes
24/7 compassionate support
Veteran service excellence
Transparent arrangements
Professional staff
Services
Funeral Services
Full-service funeral arrangements with customizable options including visitation, eulogies, and personalized tributes. Our directors coordinate all elements from venue selection to obituary publication, ensuring ceremonies reflect each family's cultural traditions and personal preferences while maintaining strict regulatory compliance.
Cremation Services
Dignified cremation services with flexible memorialization choices, including traditional cremation with service, direct cremation, and private family viewings. We provide comprehensive guidance on urn selection, scattering permissions, and memorial event planning to honor loved ones appropriately.
Pre-Planning Consultations
Personalized funeral pre-planning sessions that document specific wishes and financial arrangements. Our consultants help create legally binding plans that guarantee future service execution per client specifications while offering peace of mind through cost protection against inflationary increases.
Veteran Honors Ceremonies
Specialized military funeral honors including flag presentation, rifle salute coordination, and VA benefit navigation. Our certified staff ensures proper execution of traditional military rites while connecting families with available financial assistance programs and government-provided memorials.
Grief Support Resources
Comprehensive grief counseling materials and community resource connections for navigating loss. We provide access to support groups, online forums, and local assistance programs while offering ongoing follow-up care to help families process their bereavement journey effectively.
People
William (Bill) Hathaway, Jr.
Family Owner
Fourth-generation funeral director overseeing operations across all locations. With 35+ years in the profession, he maintains the family tradition of compassionate service while implementing modern innovations to enhance memorial personalization and accessibility.
Larry Sylvia
Funeral Director
Licensed director at Fairhaven location with 20+ years experience creating personalized services. Recognized for exceptional family communication skills and expertise in coordinating complex memorial arrangements with multiple venue requirements.
Alex Gross
Director
Somerset location manager specializing in pre-planning consultations and veteran services. Holds certifications in grief counseling and has coordinated over 500 military honors ceremonies while maintaining active community outreach programs.
Michael Roberts
Senior Director
Fall River location lead with 28 years of service. Expert in digital memorial creation, having produced over 1,200 personalized tribute videos. Known for compassionate support during unexpected loss situations and complex family dynamics.
Jay Moran
Counselor
Bereavement specialist with 15 years supporting families through grief transitions. Coordinates support groups and develops educational resources about coping mechanisms while providing one-on-one counseling during the mourning period.
Questions
What types of funeral services do you offer?
We provide traditional funerals, cremation services, memorial ceremonies, and pre-planned arrangements with customizable options for religious, cultural, or personal preferences.
Can I plan a funeral in advance?
Yes, we offer pre-planning consultations to document wishes and establish financial arrangements that guarantee future service execution per your specifications.
Do you handle veteran funeral benefits?
Yes, we specialize in military honors ceremonies and assist families with VA benefit applications, flag presentation, and government-provided memorial resources.
What's included in your cremation packages?
Options include direct cremation, cremation with memorial service, and private family viewings with full coordination of urn selection and scattering arrangements.
How do you support grieving families?
We provide grief counseling resources, support group connections, and follow-up care while offering educational materials to help navigate the bereavement process.
Can I customize memorial tributes?
Yes, our directors create personalized tributes including music selections, video memorials, themed decorations, and special readings to reflect the individual's life.
