History & Staff

We have years of experience caring for families, from all walks of life. Each family comes to us because they know we are leaders in our profession, dedicated to excellence in service, and have the highest integrity.

Our History

Our History

The Eannace Funeral Home, Inc. is located in Utica, NY at 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. From this central location we are able to serve the families of Whitesboro, Yorkville, New York Mills, New Hartford, Washington Mills, and many other locales throughout the Greater Utica area.

The Eannace Funeral Home, Inc. was originally established in 1947 at 917 Third Ave. by our founders, Carmine V. Eannace and Nancy (Pacciarelli) Eannace. The physical aspects of our home, the vision of our concerns, the honorable business practices, and high standards of service are the hallmarks of our enterprise. Under the guidance and administration of Nancy L. Eannace, a Licensed NY State Funeral Director and a premiere staff, we assure you of professional and knowledgeable capabilities that will surpass your expectations at a most difficult time of need. We are pleased that you have chosen to inquire about our services and facility.

Our History

The Eannace Funeral Home, Inc. provides full service in ceremonies, burials, and cremations. Our elegant facilities offer all the necessities and conveniences to help and comfort you in your time of need. Similarly, our competent, efficient, and compassionate staff members will make your wishes and your feelings their foremost priorities. We will do all in our power, ability, and experience to ensure that the life of your loved one will be appropriately memorialized and that the passing of your loved one will be attended and commemorated with respect, decorum, and honor.

Our Valued Staff

Nancy L. Eannace, Licensed Funeral Director

Dominick S. Vita, Licensed Funeral Director

Chase A. Hunter, Licensed Funeral Director

Jennifer J. Dennison-Karam, Licensed Funeral Director

Zachery M. Smith, Licensed Funeral Director

Emily J. Wood, Licensed Funeral Director

Scott Perritano, Administrative Associate, Office Manager

Carmel A. Eannace, Coordinator of Onsite Preparations & Planning

Christine Abbass, Bereavement Support Coordinator

Michael Viti, Administrative & Funeral Staff Associate

Marie Robilotto, Business Support Staff, Staff Associate

Bekki Pestar, Administrative Associate, Office Coordinator

Sarah Smith, Administrative Associate, Office Assistant

Pastor David Ossenfort, Service Coordinator, Lead Soloist

Ann Coriale, Obituary Composer

Ron Meays, Greeter, Staff Associate

Ulysses Lewis, Funeral Staff Associate

Gaetano Spina, Funeral Staff Associate

Carmenann Guarnieri, Greeter, Staff Associate

Maria Bruno, Greeter, Staff Associate

Joyce Showalter, Greeter, Staff Associate

Jeannette Penge, Greeter, Staff Associate

Margie DeCesare, Greeter, Staff Associate

Carol Dunlay, Liturgist, Staff Associate

Paula Rizzo, Liturgist, Staff Associate

Dave Engram, Staff Associate

Leo Callari, Administrative Associate

Derrick E. George, Funeral Staff Associate

Jamie Marchese, Memorial Life Tributes Creator

Forever in our Hearts for their Years of Service...

Marie Meays, (1944-2021), Greeter, Staff Associate

Kenny Kunkel, (1943-2018), Funeral Staff Associate

Robert Gelfuso (1937-2016), Funeral Staff Associate

Carmen Guarnieri (1926-2015), Greeter, Staff Associate