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Trusted Funeral & Cremation Services in Laconia, NH
For over 160 years, our family-owned funeral home has provided compassionate end-of-life services to New Hampshire residents. Established in an era of corporate consolidation, we remain committed to personalized care rooted in generational expertise. Our licensed professionals offer comprehensive burial and cremation options, including pre-planning services that empower families to make informed decisions. Available 24/7, we combine traditional values with modern flexibility to accommodate diverse needs, from simple committal services to full military honors ceremonies.Our staff maintains active community ties through local organizations and emergency response roles, ensuring we understand regional customs and requirements. With locations in Laconia and Gilford, we serve all of New Hampshire while upholding the dignity and respect that every family deserves during difficult times.
Services
Burial Services
Cremation Services
Pre-Planning
Transfer Arrangements
Veterans Services
Casket Sales
Urn Selection
Obituary Assistance
Legal Documentation
Funeral Etiquette Guidance
Highlights and features
- We maintain fourth-generation family ownership with over 160 years of local service
- Our staff includes licensed funeral directors and certified crematory operators
- We offer 24/7 availability for immediate assistance during emergencies
- Our pre-planning services provide families with documented, personalized arrangements
- We conduct cremations at our own Winnipesaukee River Crematorium facility
Services
Cremation Services
Our cremation services provide dignified, cost-effective alternatives to traditional burial. The Winnipesaukee River Crematorium, operated by certified professionals, ensures respectful handling in accordance with state regulations. Families may choose from private viewings, memorial services, or direct cremation options while receiving full support with documentation and legal requirements.
Burial Services
We coordinate traditional and contemporary burial arrangements tailored to family preferences. Services include casket selection, cemetery coordination, and religious/cultural custom accommodations. Our staff manages all logistics from transportation to grave site preparation, offering both immediate and pre-planned options with transparent pricing guidance.
Pre-Planning
Our pre-planning services allow individuals to document final wishes while alleviating future family decision-making. We provide comprehensive consultations covering service options, cost estimates, and legal documentation. This proactive approach ensures personal preferences are honored while offering financial security through available payment plans.
Veterans Services
We specialize in military funeral honors and VA benefit coordination. Our staff assists with flag presentation, rifle salutes, and documentation for service-related benefits. Understanding the unique needs of veteran families, we maintain strong connections with local veteran organizations to ensure proper recognition of service and sacrifice.
Transfer Arrangements
We manage domestic and international transfer of remains with compassionate efficiency. Our licensed staff coordinates transportation logistics, legal documentation, and destination arrangements. This service includes temporary storage solutions and consultation on jurisdiction-specific requirements, ensuring seamless transitions while maintaining regulatory compliance.
People
Craig S. Beane
Funeral Director & Embalmer/Owner
Fourth-generation funeral director with 30 years of experience. Licensed since 1993, he owns the family business and holds crematory operator certification. Active in community service through Laconia Rotary Club leadership and local animal rescue efforts.
Cynthia Rogers
Funeral Director
Licensed funeral director since 1989 with business administration expertise. Former owner of Emmons Funeral Home and active community member with emergency response certifications. Brings 35 years of experience in personalized service arrangements and local tradition understanding.
Jordie Nelson
Funeral Director & Embalmer
Licensed funeral director with cremation specialization. Joined the profession in 2016 after completing mortuary college training. Provides compassionate care while maintaining operational excellence in service delivery. Active in local community engagement initiatives.
Curtis T. Beane
Crematory Managing Operator
Certified crematory operator with 25 years of facility management experience. Oversees daily operations at Winnipesaukee River Crematorium with strict adherence to regulatory standards. Fourth-generation funeral service professional ensuring respectful, dignified handling of remains.
Cody J. Beane
Funeral Care Assistant
Fifth-generation funeral service professional with cremation certification. Currently pursuing mortuary science education while assisting with all aspects of service coordination. Brings technical expertise and generational commitment to compassionate care during family consultations.
Questions
What funeral service options do you offer?
We provide traditional burial services, cremation options, and hybrid memorial arrangements. Our staff helps families choose between immediate services, pre-planned arrangements, and veteran-specific ceremonies with full customization available.
Can I pre-plan my funeral arrangements?
Yes, we offer comprehensive pre-planning consultations to document your preferences. This includes service details, casket/urn selection, and payment planning. Our counselors help create legally documented arrangements that can be modified as needed.
Are you available for emergencies outside business hours?
Our funeral directors are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We respond immediately to calls regarding death notifications, transportation arrangements, and urgent service coordination needs.
Do you handle out-of-state arrangements?
Yes, we manage domestic and international transfer of remains. Our staff coordinates all logistics including documentation, transportation, and destination arrangements while maintaining compliance with relevant regulations.
What veteran benefits can you help with?
We assist with military funeral honors, VA benefit applications, and documentation for flag presentation and rifle salutes. Our team understands specific eligibility requirements and filing processes for service-related benefits.
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Reviews (5)
Nancy D'Ambrosio
Dec 30, 2021
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Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette was extremely respectful to me and my family in planning services for my Mother. They were very responsive to any questions I had and were very accommodating to the requests we had.
Dave Dutile
Nov 25, 2021
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Craig and his team were great. Professional, compassionate, and great with pre-planning, and lead-up to and during the event. Barbara, and Tara in the office were forever timely in responses and guidance. -Dave
Christine Vayda
Nov 14, 2021
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Everything went as excepted. Very professional and caring through the process. Its not easy to loss a loved one, but they were so kind and caring.
Tara Baker
Oct 31, 2021
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Wilkinson Beane funeral home served our family with a kind and courteous manner. They assisted us through an extremely difficult time with respect and professionalism. The staff was very helpful from start to finish. I would recommend them to anyone needing their services. They made navigating a whole lot easier.
Robert Lee Jr
Oct 29, 2021
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As always you guys have gone above and beyond. Jordie has been extremely helpful and a wonderful person to work with. We have gone through you with to many to count. You have always been wonderful and understanding. If I could give you a 10 star I would
