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
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.

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
Zachery M. Smith, Licensed Funeral Director
Emily J. Wood, Licensed Funeral Director
Jennifer J. Dennison-Karam, 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
Pastor David Ossenfort, Service Coordinator, Lead Soloist
Lois Marino, Funeral Staff Associate
Ulysses Lewis, Funeral Staff Associate
Gaetano Spina, Funeral Staff Associate
Dan Guarno, Funeral Staff Associate
Carmenann Guarnieri, Greeter, Staff Associate
Annette Curri, Greeter, Staff Associate
Maria Bruno, Greeter, Staff Associate
Joyce Showalter, Greeter, Staff Associate
Jeannette Penge, Greeter, Staff Associate
Margie DeCesare, Greeter, Staff Associate
Marie Iannone, Greeter, Staff Associate
Angela Meola, Greeter, Staff Associate
Karen Brisson, Greeter, Staff Associate
David Podos, Greeter, Staff Associate
James Toomey, Greeter, Staff Associate
Helen Boswell, Greeter, Staff Associate
Antoinette Bello, Greeter, Staff Associate
Dale Hunt, Greeter, Staff Associate
Danja Mejias, Greeter, Staff Associate, Spanish Interpreter
Ron Meays, Greeter, Staff Associate
Carol Dunlay, Liturgist, Staff Associate
Sandy Srour, Liturgist, Staff Associate
Dave Engram, Staff Associate
Leo Callari, Administrative Associate
Derrick E. George, Funeral Staff Associate
Connor Dorsino, Memorial Life Tributes Creator
Forever in our Hearts for their Years of Service...
Ann Coriale, (1949-2025), Obituary Composer
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