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50+ Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Funeral & Cremation Services in Stratford, CT
Galello Luchansky Funeral Home has served the Stratford community for over 50 years, rooted in a legacy of compassion and personalized care. Founded by Bob Galello, whose 36-year dedication to the profession established a foundation of trust and empathy, the business continues under the leadership of Chris Pannese, Bobs nephew and mentee. Our team prioritizes honoring individual wishes through tailored funeral and cremation services, pre-planning consultations, and veterans honors.We emphasize easing familial burdens by guiding families through end-of-life decisions with sensitivity and expertise. Our commitment extends beyond immediate services, offering year-long grief support and educational seminars on pre-planning. With a focus on dignity, transparency, and community connection, we ensure every family receives attentive, respectful care aligned with their unique needs.
Services
Funeral Services
Cremation Services
Pre-Planning Consultations
Veterans Honors
Grief Support
Pre-Arrangement Forms
Probate Assistance
Memorial Ceremonies
Cremation Options
Seminars for Seniors
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- Over 50 years of experience serving Stratford families with dignity.
- Experienced team specializing in veterans funeral honors and pre-planning.
- Personalized grief support for a year following services.
- Transparent guidance on probate and end-of-life documentation.
- Community-focused seminars on pre-planning and cremation options.
What people say
Compassionate service
Professionalism
Personalized attention
Seamless arrangements
Empathetic guidance
Services
Funeral Services
We provide comprehensive funeral services tailored to honor individual wishes, including casket selection, obituary preparation, and coordination with clergy or venues. Our team ensures seamless execution of traditional or customized ceremonies, emphasizing dignity and family needs. With 24/7 availability, we handle all logistics, from transportation to cemetery arrangements, offering compassionate support during difficult times.
Cremation Services
Our cremation services offer flexibility, including memorial ceremonies before or after cremation and guidance on urn selection or scattering. We assist with legal documentation and cemetery interment, ensuring compliance with state regulations. Families receive personalized advice on memorialization choices, from columbariums to private property scattering, with transparent pricing and options to suit diverse preferences.
Pre-Planning Consultations
Pre-planning consultations help individuals document final wishes, reducing familial stress. We guide clients through service selection, document organization, and pre-payment plans to lock in costs. Our staff addresses probate requirements and legal formalities, ensuring clarity for families. This proactive approach guarantees wishes are honored while providing financial peace of mind.
Veterans Honors
We specialize in military funeral honors, including flag presentation, Taps, and coordination with VA benefits. Eligibility verification and paperwork assistance ensure veterans receive full recognition. Our team collaborates with honor guards to deliver ceremonies reflecting service members sacrifices, offering families support in navigating veterans burial benefits and memorials.
Grief Support
Our grief support program provides daily email guidance for a year post-service, alongside community resources and seminars. We address emotional, practical, and social challenges, fostering healing through structured coping strategies. This ongoing care underscores our commitment to families beyond immediate funeral needs, promoting long-term emotional well-being.
People
Bob Galello
Founder
Bob Galello founded the business, dedicating 36 years to compassionate service. He mentored Chris Pannese, instilling values of community care and professionalism. His legacy of empathy guides the companys mission.
Chris Pannese
Funeral Director
Chris Pannese, Bob Galellos nephew, continues the legacy with personalized care. He specializes in veterans services and pre-planning, ensuring families receive respectful, tailored support aligned with decades of trusted tradition.
Questions
What services does Galello-Luchansky offer?
We provide funeral services, cremation, pre-planning, veterans’ honors, grief support, and probate assistance.
Can I pre-plan my funeral?
Yes, we offer pre-planning consultations to document your wishes and ease future burdens on loved ones.
Are veterans’ benefits available?
Yes, we assist with military funeral honors and VA benefit applications for eligible veterans.
Do you offer grief counseling?
We provide year-long daily grief support emails and community resources for bereaved families.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Stratford, Shelton, Milford, and surrounding Connecticut communities.
