"Our belief is that the passion and love for funeral service that we possess assists in delivering exceptional care to each family we are privileged to service. Easing a difficult time for families is our inspiration."
Nancy, Mike & Staff:
I just wanted to tell you how great you all are! In a VERY tragic time, you helped me feel like there was hope, and healing near.
When my Grandmother (Mary Lasek) passed away, you comforted my family and I. But this time was very different. I can't express in words how horrible I feel for the passing of my uncle, and for the loss his children are feeling. I've Spoken with Alyssa and my Aunt Maria alot in the past few days and in the days to come. I know in my heart that this will be hard for them, but sincerely feel that they will come to know how much they were truly loved by my Uncle Dave, and how his passing had nothing to do with situations within their family.
You knew, not only in the ways that we showed our loss, but by the loss you also shared with us, how to help us cope. You made a difficult 4 days A LOT less difficult!
I'll never forget the sympathy and empathy that you had for my family, and I hope that you and I will never forget Dave, but we will forget the hurt we feel now.
I want to say a heartfelt THANK YOU! to you, Nancy, and your entire staff. You really are to be remembered for your love of human life, and respect for the passing of loved ones.
Again, Thank you!
Michelle Capraro
"Families are like quilts, lives pieced together, stitched with smiles and tears, coloured with memories and bound by love"
Our Dear Eannace Funeral Home Staff:
Our family would like to Thank You all for everything each and everyone of you did for the funeral and arrangements for Theresa R. Puleo. We appreciate the compassion you all had for our family during one of the most difficult times of our lives. The funeral was perfect. Everything was done as we had requested right down to the smallest detail. We shall be forever grateful to all of you. Mom Looked beautiful and she was treated like royalty. We felt like we were members of your family instead of customers. "Of all the ways that gratitude and thanks may be expressed the words "God Bless You" somehow seem to be the best.
Gratefully,
Dick, Marilyn, Heidi, Brett & Family
Please thank the entire TEAM for the outstanding services we received for my brother Rocky's Funeral. Our family is grateful for all the warmth and compassion we received during this difficult time.
Respectfully yours,
Ron Longo
Nancy and Staff,
My family and I want to thank you for all the gifts and kindesses extended to us during Rocky's passing. We will always cherish your kindness and helpful actions.
John Longo & Family
To John and Chase,
You are both to be congratulated on your funeral etiquette at Mr. Della Galla's Service at St. Anthony of Padua Church. I was not sure how well you could do without Nancy's presence, you managed witha superb quality of grace that you both added to the service.
Sincerely,
Father LaFache
Dear Nancy & Staff,
Thank you all for your special compassion and kindness for our son's funeral. I know he is happy for all we and you have done for him.
My love you you all
Francine & George Spinelli & Family
Dear Ms. Eannace and other distinctive members of your staff,
My family and I want to thank you for the superb service you have rendered to my family during our times of bereavement. You are to be truly commended for not only the professional quality of your service but also for the personal attention to our family.
With great satisfaction,
John G. Moses
Dear Nancy & Staff,
Thank you so much for everything you've done for us. I know it's your business, but there is truly no one like you. You have a knack for knowing exactly what each family needs even though people have very different circumstances. You deal with families at a truly devastating time in their lives and you do so with so much compassion.
Thank you so much,
Ed, Anne Marie, Eddie & Colleen Waitr & Flemma Family
Thank you for all you did to help our family. Thank you for your kindness and compassion. We are truly greatful.
Alex & Pat Raiano
Dear Nancy,
You have always been a great source of comfort to me and my family during the years that we have lost loved ones. The care and concern that you and your staff have provided to help ease our pain and grief is truly appreciated.
God bless you all,
Dee Citriniti & Family
Dear Nancy,
May you be blessed for your kindness to me. I am most grateful for YOU. Please know you are in my prayers.
God bless you,
Sister Sharon
Nancy & Staff,
Angela and I can not say enough and thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the way you took care of my mother and father. Your professionalism exceeds any competitor by head and shoulders, but the true nature Nancy of you personally is your soul and this filters down to your staff. We were treated by you as a loved one, and the caring that everyone did for mom and dad was ever boundless. Nancy I looked into your eyes and saw love. Love for my family, compassion and concern for us.
Thank you and your staff
God Bless
Bill & Angela Meola
Dear Nancy & Staff,
Thank you for all you have done for us in the preparations, the wake, the funeral and the food you sent to the house. I can't remember it all. We love you like family.
Thank you.
Love,
Sadie Farina & Family
Dominick,
I cannot express the gratitude of you thinking of Rocky and donating a special suit for him. It was such a wonderful gesture and I will always appreciate the thoughtfulness of you and the staff.
John Longo
Dear Nancy and the Eannace Funeral Home Team,
Thank you for taking care of Papa Carmen Mango. The services were classy, elegant, and wonderful, just like my grandfather. I'm impressed with you and your team, with your professionalism, honesty and hard work ethic. God Bless
Fondly,
Christine Federico
Our Dearest Dominick,
Our family would like to Thank You for everything you did for us during one of the most difficult times of our lives. You treated us like we were members of your family instead of customers. We appreciate the hours you took to make the special arrangements for our mom Theresa R. Puleo. We are grateful for the compassion you had for us. You are a wonderful person.
Our Love,
Dick, Marilyn, Heidi, Brett & Family
Dear Nancy,
Serveral weeks have passed since you undertook the role of caring for my wife's body and ensuring that all the necessary arrangements were handled with precision, style and grace. You exceeded my expectations. Once again, I just wanted to send this short note of thanks for all that you did to make my wife;s passing one with warmth, character and dignity.
With warm regards, I remain...
Very truly yours,
Edmund J. Wiatr, Jr.
Nancy & Staff:
I cannot express my appreciation enough, for your professional guidance through the difficult days following my brother David Paul's passing. The arrangements were done with such high class and grace. The butterflies were something we will never forget. I thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Sincerely,
Susan M. Horling
Dear Nancy and Staff:
Our heart felt thank you to you as well as your staff for all the love and support you gave to our family when we lost Marty's dad. We really felt the love and concern from each and everyone of them who gave up their Saturday afternoon to support us. You are all wonderful and we send our love to you and your staff.
Lots of love,
Marty and Carla Nemecek
Dear Nancy,
You were one of my dad's favorite people and as always he was a good judge of people. Many thanks to you and your staff for all that you did for me and my family during this most difficult time in our lives. The love, care and concern you and your entire staff showed us is so warmly appreciated. The celebration of our dad's and papa's life was wonderful thanks to all of you. We will treasure our memories of it always.
Love,
Barbara & Carmen Federico & Family
Dear Nancy & Staff,
There are no words to describe how wonderful you and your staff have been for me and Agnes' family. From the time John came for Agnes until the time we left her at the church you have been a comfort to us. You helped us to get through a very difficult time. Thank you and God Bless you. A special thanks to Maria.
Elizabeth Greer
Nancy, John, Chris, Chase, Carol & all others who assisted,
We don't even know where to begin our thanks to all of you. Your generosity, sincerity, compassion and professionalism truly make you "second to none," During the shock and numbness of it all, I'm not sure we appropiately expressed our appreciation for all you did. You've made such a difficult situation much more bearable. Thank you for everything-you guys are the best.
With much love, respect and thanks
Sean & Carla Ryan & Family
Dear Friends:
I have been putting off writing this note to you, because I've been attempting to figure out what to say. Words can not express the appreciation and gratitude for everything that you did for our family. From your immediate response to my mothers phone call, to your help as Jerry and I closed the apartment, you went over and above what you had to do. It is a comfort to us knowing that Pat was so loved by so many. The luncheon was a joy to gather family and friends. I am still having difficulty adjusting to life without my dear sister. I'm sure you are too. But knowing how many lives she touched in so many ways helps. Thank you again for everything you have done. ALL of you will be fondly remembered by all of us.
Love,
Mary DeGrazia and the Cannon/DeGrazia Families
Dear Friends:
We all would like to thank-you for your kindness and concern you've shown to us all. This has been such a difficult time in our lives. Having good friends and family to support us has make a difference. We know we have a long road ahead of usm but with time and faith we will get through it. Your warmth and compassion were so appreciated by my children and myself. From the bottom of our hearts we thank-you for all you did for us. Keep Dave in your hearts and prayers.
With Love,
Maria, Alysson, Jene and David
You can count on them
They are very compassionate and empathic. They handle the service with dignity and respect. There are really no words... to describe how truly wonderful and truly caring they are.
MO from Woodbridge, VA
Nothing prepared us for such a difficult journey through grief and sadness on our way to assuring mom's wishes were honored. Your kindness and compassion were true comforts to us. We will forever remember your guidance and professionalism as well as the heart evident in every aide you offered. Thank you.
Truly,
Melissa Walker
Mark S. Walker
Dear Nancy & Staff:
My family and I want to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for giving my husband, father and grandfather the most wonderful send off anyone can ask for. I was not surprised at the great tribute Jeff got because he was all of what they said and felt about him. I cry everyday for him but i know he is better off. NAncy, I can't say enough about you, Michael and your staff, how wonderful you made us feel and how important Jeff was. He went out in class cause yopu made it all happen. Like my son said, Nancy you are the best and he was the best. May God Bless You All.
Love
The Daniels & DeLuke Families
Jennifer,
Thank you for everything you did for my mother Isabella (Marraffa) Cristalli's funeral. All of it was beautiful and just the way my mother would have liked.
Regina
Nancy & Staff,
Words can never describe how grateful we are to you and your staff for your kindness, professionalism, and support provided to our family. You touched upon all the qualities in our fathers life that meant so much to him. He was a proud man who lived a simple life but was so appreciativeof everything. You and your staff maintained and supported all the qualities he loved so much.
Thank you,
The Attili's
Dear Nancy & Staff,
Our family would like to thank you for being so kind and compassionate during this difficult time. Our Dad meant so much to us and we appreciate everything you did to make his funeral perfect.
Sincerely,
The Cosamano Family
Nancy, Mike & my old friend Chris,
With thanks to you and your staff for everything you did to honor my father Jim French. I'm especially grateful for your website-that helped those of us out of state very much.
You're all a class act-
Elizabeth "Buffy" French
Chief Yoeman, US Navy
Dear Nancy & Mike,
Thank you for everything.
God Bless
Felix & Jackie & the LaBella Family
To the Eannace Funeral Home Staff,
We the Santiago Family are happy and satisfied for all the support and guidance that you provided during the loss of our dad.
The Santiago Family
Dear Nancy & Michael,
We are truly grateful to know such kind, loving and warm people as the two of you. Thank you for everything you did for my mother Mary Ann Bolos.
Love
Linda & George Waters
Nancy & Staff,
We just wanted to say "Thank you" for all you and your staff did! You made this difficult time easier by the words spoken, the hugs at the right time, and just being the "Best" in the business. When we told you that everything was perfect-we meant it! Nick and I were so much more at ease when we saw her lying there in peace. Thank you to each and everyone of you. Our memories can live on forever based on your talent and developing the DVD, It was awsome! Again thanks for being the best-the families really appreciate it!!
Thank you!
Nick & Lois Mariano
Cy & Anita Rotundo
The Family of Thelma "TR" Roy
I cannot tell you enough how satisfied myself and my family were. I am very grateful for all John did for us. Eannace made me feel very very comfortable through this tragedy. It was the first time for me doing a funeral and I want to let John know personally he walked me through every step. I am very satisfied and will return to Eannace everytime when needed.
Thank you very much.
Linda M. Pike
Dear Nancy,
I would like to again personally thank you and your entire organization for the outstanding service you provided for Officer Tom Lindsey and his family. The ceremony was flawless. Please know that your care and concern for those in this community who have special needs does not go unnoticed.
Oneida County Executive
Anthony J. Picente Jr.
Nancy and Staff,
I would like to commend you and your staff on the amazing job with the funeral of Officer Thomas Lindsey. Great Job.
Richard Viti.
Dear Nancy and staff,
Thank you so much for your thoughtfulness during the loss of Connie in everything that you and your staff did. Our family extends our gratitude for the excellent service for Connie and all the help that you provided.
Sincerely,
Joe and Shawn Canarelli
The Shaw Family
Dear Nancy, Michael and staff.
What a beautiful thought in remembrance of Lenny a beautiful tree was planted that will attract many birds to rest a while and chirp away to their hearts content. We thank you from our hearts not only for your thoughtfulness and kindness at this time, but for all your prayers, love and greetings given to us from way back. Dayy one. Thank you and God Bless each and everyone of you and yours always.
With love and prayers
Lenny's Family
Dear Nancy:
I just wanted to let you know that your team is truly unique. Last week we had to go to Buffalo for a funeral of a friend. As we walked into the funeral home we thought "gee they don't even have a doorman". Then the morning of the funeral, many people went to the funeral home before church. Chairs were set up and people eventually sat down and waited. No one came in the room until about 5 minutes before we were to leave for the church. People seemed like they did'nt know what they should be doing or when something was going to happen.
We have become spoiled with the service that Eannace Funeral Home provides and we are constantly comparing you to other funeral homes-there is NO comparison! You and your team provide the best service and are truly the most compassionate people to assist families in their time of need.
As a side note, no other team would have given Officer Thomas Linsey the care and respect that he deserves. When I saw that you were doing the funeral, I knew that it would be done right. You are truly professional people.
Please give my love to Mike and the rest of the crew and let them know what a good job they do.
Sincerely,
Carol A. Carcone
Dear Nancy and staff:
My family and I would like to express our gratitude. From start to finish everything was done with class and dignity. We appreciate your love and caring throughout this difficult time. The mass was beautiful. It will forever be in our hearts.
Love,
Marie Dare and family
Dear Nancy and staff,
I could'nt think of anyone but you and your staff that I would have entrusted my husband to. I could not have possibly expected perfection but that is exactly what I received. I want to take this opportunity to say thank you from the bottom of my heart.
God Bless all of you
Sincerely,
Barbara Sowich
Dear Nancy,
Just a personal note to say thank you to you and your staff for the outstanding job you did for Officer Tom Lindsey. Even though Tom was not my employeem ge is still a part of our law enforcement family. Your compassion and professionalism was extraordinary and will never be forgotten. I know Tom's family and the Utica Police Department were very pleased with the way arrangements were handled. You certainly helped to pay a fitting tribute to a true hero. I again want to personally thank you and the Eannace Funeral Home Staff for all you did during such a difficult time. God bless you all and keep up the fine work that you do.
Warmest regards,
Daniel G. Middaugh
Oneida County Sheriff
Nancy,
Thank you for everything. You will be remembered for your impeccable taste and clas on Mary's final journey home.
The family of Mary (Carucci) Iovine
To the Staff of Eannace Funeral Home.
We wish to extend our appreciation for the kindness and compassion you gave to us. Everything was beautiful and I'm sure my "Mother" was looking down from above.
Thank you all very much!
The family of Mary Szczygiel Asyngier
Dear John,
Thank you so much for all you did during the planning stages of our mom Marie Leograndes funeral details. We could not have gotten through this difficult time without you. Sorry we did'nt get to see you before we returned to Florida.
Best regards
Marie Peterson
Dearest Nancy:
This letter is long overdue. When I returned home to Florida, I became very ill and this is the first opportunity I have had to write a note of thanks. Thank you, thank you, thank you to you and your staff for the exemplary service you provided at mom's viewing and funeral. She looked absolutely beautiful...above and beyond what we could have expected. Please extend our thanks to John, Chase, Dominick and allof the other Eannace Funeral Home staff members. I can't express enough our gratitude. They all did a superb job. Nancy, once we walked into your gorgeous facility, I felt that you and every staff member became a part of our family. It was extremely reassuring to know that you and your staff would tend to every detail. I am enclosing a copy of a letter I forwarded to the New York State Funeral Directors Association. We have, and will continue to highly recommend your services.
Sincerely,
Marie Peterson
New York State Funeral Directors Association
Att: Director
426 New Karner Road
Albany, New York 12205
Dear Sir or Ms:
In a day when we are so quick to criticize, this letter is intended, instead to provide accolades.
Recently, my mother passed away. Although we lived in Florida it was my mother's desire to have her funeral and to be interred in Utica, New York. We contacted Eannace Funeral Home in Utica, New York. From our first contact, we received exemplary service in a superior facility. Once we entered the funeral home, we were treated as royalty. Every member of the staff was kind, loving, and tended to the needs of all of us who were grieving at the loss of our beloved mom. It was as though every staff member became a family member. Inaddition, because of Eannace's exceptional expertise, our Mom looked absolutely beautiful. Itwas above and beyond what we could have expected! Even as we drove to the church, staff members were there to buckle/unbuckle our seat belts, help us out of our vehicles, hold our purses, have tissues available and to tend to every detail. I cannot express enough superior, exemplary, excellent service provided by Eannace. Although we have been to other funeral homes in Florida as well as in Utica, New York, none can compare (or even come close) to the services provided by Nancy Eannace and her fine staff. Accolades and more accolades to this fine organization. At a vulnerable time of loss as we experienced. Eannace's exceptional services and professionalism were invaluable. I can't fully express my gratitude for their professional expertise and distinguished commitment to excellence.
Sincerely,
Marie L. Peterson
To Nancy & Staff:
Thank you all so much for the kind, gracious and professional handling of Patsy's passing and funeral service. Your expertise and thoughtfullness helped us come through a very difficult time.
Sincerely,
Violet Leone & Family
Dear Nancy & Gang:
There are words for thank you and there are words for gratitude and then there are words for very special people! All of those words put together is what I want to express in this Thank you! from the bottom of my heart. We could not ask for anyone better to help us handle and express our feelings and emotions during such a hard time in our life! I have never heard so many wonderful expressions from people who were so impressed and thankful that I recommended Eannace in our time of need... I knew there was no other place on earth I would want family to go! the personalized phone callfrom you and Miketo the show of emotions you gave the family. It is something we will never forget and will be forever thankful for. It was not just a time for mourning but a wonderful gift of Jason's memories from start to finish. I am so thankful to have such wonderful people who care so much in my life! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Love Always
Amanda Bouck & Derel Loonan
To The Owners & Staff of Eannace Funeral Home:
I traveled from Canada to attend the funeral for Joseph Zalocha, and would like to compliment your funeral home on its beauty and professionalism of which was so apparent. I have never seen the number of staff that you had and very much appreciated the instruction in the church.
Thank you,
Valarie Lihou
To the Management and Staff at Eannace Funeral Home:
It is with a heavy heart but much appreciation that I am writing to you today. I know this will be hard to believe, but at 48 this was the first time I have experienced a death so close to me and the first time I ever attended a wake or funeral. I had no idea what to expect. SOmehow I thing God knew that, and provided the best, most profressional service he could find-which was your funeral home. From the very beginning, sitting down with Nancy and having her review everything should have been overwhelming. But she did it with such grace and patience and that beautiful tender voice of hers, it was like having an angel talking to us. I still am amazed at how every detail was taken care of. Every single person on your staff made me feel like I had made a new friend as soon as I talked with them. Anything my family or I needed was addressed.This should have been the worst experience of my life, and somehow all of you at Eannace Funeral Home made it bearable, if not even pleasant. My dad looked so beautiful and so natural. After hearing what he went through prior to dying, I never expected him to look so good. It was reassuring. The prayers, the music, everything was truly perfect. My dadwould have been so pleased. God Bless You All and the work you do. You are so very good at it. I am so sorry I don't live in Utica, because when it is my time to go, I would want all of you to be there. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Natalie A. Rocci-Kielar Ph.D.
Nancy,
Losing our Mom was the worse thing that could happen in our lives. However, you made this very difficult time for us more comforting; with not only your professionalism, but your genuine compassion, and all-around kindness. We could not have asked for a better send-off for Mom. We will be forever grateful.
Thank you,
Joyce and Janice Cerullo
Nancy & Staff:
I would like to thank you and your staff for "Aunt Ne" myself and the rest of the family for your services and coordination in our time of sorrow. I don't believe it could have been any better.
Thank you,
Bill Orlando
Dominick and Staff,
Thank you for your extreme kindness in our time of sorrow. You were truly a blessing in our time of need. God Bless You.
Chrissy Sweezey & Family
Dear Eannace FH Friends:
My girls and I would like to thank you for all your love and support over the past few months. Whether you sent a card or gave to the monetary tribute on Bob's behalf, worked at or attended the calling hours or funeral or were just keeping us in your thoughts and prayers-we are so grateful!
Having now experienced the "other end" of the spectrum. I can now see how exceptional our staff and facilities are-we truly do an excellent job!
Thank you for taking such special care of us all - your kindness will never be forgotten.
Love Pam, Jennifer & Lindsay
Nancy & Mike:
We have so much to thank you for. I'm not quite sure where to begin. Mike, you were one of the first ones there at the hospital after Bob's passing and I so appreciated your words of support and comfort, it helped to know that you were there to take care of your "friend" . Nan, your special attention to all my requests and concerns will never be forgotten. I am most greatful that you went the "extra mile" to have Bob ready for my girls to see ahead of time and I think it might have made the following few days a little more bearable for them. Bob was a fine man who deserved only the best from life and I truly feel that you enabled him to "go out in style" Please accept our sincere gratitude and appreciation for all your love and kindness.
Love Pam, Jennifer & Lindsay
I just wanted to take a moment to tell you how impressed I was by the service I attended for Mr. Michael Mallace on April 7, 2008. You did an OUTSTANDING job of honoring this mans life when I know you received VER LITTLE compensation for it. I left the service feeling as though I knew Michael and felt like he was honored and respected and your funeral home played a very big part in making that happen. I was very moved by what I experienced at his service. I could not let anymore time go by without letting you know what an absolutely FINE job you all did by showing such respect and honor to Michael and his family. People were watching and I must say, so was God.
Pastor Joann Jansen
New Life Church, Herkimer, NY
Dear Nancy & Staff:
Thank you very much from the bottom of my heart.... Everyone was please with Foe's services. The children were pleased with her "presence"! You Nancy, John and Chase were there for us, all of you!
Thank you
Nunzio
Nancy & Staff:
What can I say? As always your compassion and caring made a difficult time a little easier!
Thank you.
Love,
Teddy Allen & family
Dear Nancy & Staff:
We don't know how to thank you for the love and compassion you all showed us during a very difficult time. We know it is your job but you do so well and treated us like family. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
We love you!
Love,
Roma, Alisa & Joey DeJoseph
Dear Nancy & Staff:
How does one thank another for getting them through such saddness. Your kindness, generosity, and professionalism is outstanding and for it all we were blessed.
Sincerely,
Reggie, Joe, Agnes and Family
Dear Nancy, Chris, & Staff:
I could not have asked for better people to help me. Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart, You are all thought of often. Friends such as you are golden!
Chris- Thank you for your thoughtfulness.
Thank You,
Phyllis Fasolo