Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Funeral Service Provider in Stanwood, WA
Since 1912, Gilbertson Funeral Home has provided compassionate funeral services to the Stanwood and Camano Island communities. As a family-owned and operated business, we prioritize dignity, respect, and personalized care for every family we serve. Our team of licensed professionals offers 24/7 support during times of loss, guiding families through arrangements with empathy and expertise. We maintain full oversight of the cremation process through our owned crematory, ensuring your loved one remains in our care at all times. Our facility features a welcoming lobby, spacious chapel, and family social room to accommodate gatherings of all sizes.We actively engage with the local community, offering both professional and personal support to those in need. With over a century of experience, we continually strive to exceed expectations by combining tradition with modern service options. Our commitment to accessibility ensures all visitors can comfortably navigate our handicap-friendly locations. From immediate arrangements to pre-planning resources, we provide comprehensive solutions tailored to individual preferences and budgets. Through our online tools and in-person consultations, we empower families to make informed decisions that honor their loved ones' legacies.
Services
Funeral arrangements
Cremation services
Pre-planning options
Grief support resources
Veteran benefits coordination
Details
- Year established: 1912
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1912 with deep community roots
- 24/7 availability for immediate need assistance
- Own crematory ensures complete care continuity
- Handicapped-accessible facilities for all visitors
- Professional staff with generational funeral service experience
Services
Funeral arrangements
Our professional staff guides families through personalized funeral planning, offering chapel services, visitations, and customized tributes. We coordinate all logistics including obituary preparation, officiant coordination, and cemetery arrangements. With both traditional and contemporary options, we help create meaningful memorials that reflect individual lives.
Cremation services
We provide complete cremation services with direct oversight through our owned crematory facility. Families receive detailed documentation and can choose urn selection, memorial services, and scattering assistance. Our process maintains dignity throughout while offering flexible options for handling remains according to personal wishes.
Pre-planning options
Our pre-planning resources help individuals document final wishes through legally binding arrangements. We offer consultations to discuss preferences, financial planning options, and documentation storage. This proactive approach alleviates family decision-making burdens while ensuring personal wishes are honored exactly as desired.
Grief support resources
We provide access to grief counseling materials, support groups, and educational resources for navigating loss. Our staff offers ongoing assistance connecting families with community support networks and specialized counseling services. These resources remain available to help process grief at every stage.
Veteran benefits coordination
Our team specializes in navigating VA benefits and military funeral honors. We coordinate flag presentations, rifle salutes, and documentation for pensions or burial allowances. We ensure veterans receive full recognition through properly executed military ceremonies and official commendations.
People
Kirk Duffy
Funeral Director/President
Third-generation funeral director leading Gilbertson Funeral Home since 1985. Active community member with over 40 years' experience in personalized memorial services. Committed to maintaining family legacy of compassionate care through modern service innovations.
Questions
What immediate services do you provide when a death occurs?
We offer 24/7 arrangement consultations through in-person meetings or online planning tools. Our staff coordinates transportation, documents legal requirements, and helps plan services according to family preferences.
Can I personalize cremation services?
Yes, we offer customized cremation options including memorial ceremonies, personalized urn selections, and scattering assistance. Our crematory maintains strict chain-of-custody procedures throughout the process.
How does pre-planning work?
Our pre-planning process documents your wishes through legally binding arrangements. We guide you through service selections, financial planning options, and documentation storage to ensure your preferences are honored.
Do you assist with veteran benefits?
We specialize in military honors coordination, including VA benefit documentation, flag presentations, and rifle salute arrangements. Our staff ensures proper recognition through official military ceremonies.
What grief resources are available?
We provide access to grief counseling referrals, support groups, and educational materials. Our staff remains available to connect families with community resources for ongoing bereavement support.
Are facilities accessible for all visitors?
Yes, our funeral home features handicap-accessible entrances, chapel seating, and restrooms to accommodate all visitors regardless of mobility needs.
