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Your Trusted Funeral Services in Geneseo, NY
Rector-Hicks Funeral Home has served the Geneseo community since 1886, beginning as W.S. Rector and Sons and evolving into a family-owned institution under the Hicks family. Our legacy of compassionate service began as an extension of the Rector family's furniture business, transitioning exclusively to funeral care in 1959. For over 135 years, we have prioritized personalized, dignified services that honor individual lives while supporting grieving families. As fourth-generation funeral directors, the Hicks family maintains active leadership roles in local, state, and national funeral service organizations, including the National Funeral Directors Association and Rochester-Genesee Valley Funeral Directors Association. Our facility at 111 Main Street has hosted generations of community members, offering both traditional funeral services and modern cremation options.We integrate professional expertise with personal care through our involvement in the Livingston County Hospice Advisory Board and Temple Hill Cemetery Association. Our team includes certified funeral directors trained at Simmons School of Mortuary Science, ensuring technical proficiency alongside empathetic service. We maintain affiliations with St. Mary's Church and local community organizations, reflecting our commitment to the Geneseo area. Our history of service includes recognition through awards such as the Rochester Genesee Valley Funeral Directors Association's lifetime achievement honor. Today, we continue operating as an independent, family-run business while maintaining membership in six professional associations that uphold industry standards.
Services
Funeral Services
Cremation Services
Memorial Services
Bereavement Support
Pre-Planning Services
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1886 with fourth-generation funeral directors
- Certified staff trained at Simmons School of Mortuary Science
- Active leadership roles in four professional funeral service associations
- Integrated community involvement through local hospice and cemetery boards
- Maintained same Main Street location for over 135 years
Associations and certifications
- National Funeral Directors Association
- New York State Funeral Directors Association
- Rochester/Genesee Valley Funeral Directors Association
- Livingston County Funeral Directors Association
Services
Funeral Services
We provide comprehensive funeral services including visitation, traditional funeral ceremonies, and burial arrangements. Our experienced staff coordinates all aspects from transportation to casket selection and obituary preparation. Services are customized to reflect individual family preferences and cultural traditions while maintaining professional standards.
Cremation Services
Our cremation services offer dignified alternatives to traditional burial with flexible memorialization choices. We provide full-service cremation packages including necessary permits, basic urn selection, and memorial service coordination. Options accommodate both immediate cremation and ceremonies with viewing prior to cremation.
Memorial Services
We create personalized memorial services that celebrate individual lives through customized tributes. Services may include video presentations, special music selections, and personalized eulogies. Our facilities accommodate both small family gatherings and larger community memorials with appropriate seating and audiovisual support.
Bereavement Support
Through our partnership with Livingston County Hospice, we offer ongoing bereavement support programs. Services include monthly support groups, annual memorial events, and access to grief resources. Support is available for all community members regardless of whether their loved one was served by our funeral home.
Pre-Planning Services
We assist individuals in making advance funeral arrangements to ensure personal wishes are honored. Services include documented preferences for service type, casket selection, and payment options. Pre-planning consultations help reduce emotional and financial burdens for surviving family members.
People
Frank T. Hicks
Founder
Founded Rector-Hicks Funeral Home in 1968 after 13 years at Bates and Anderson Funeral Home. Served as licensed manager for 20 years while maintaining active roles in multiple funeral service associations. Recipient of lifetime achievement awards from both the Rochester Genesee Valley Funeral Directors Association and Geneseo Kiwanis Club.
F. Scott Hicks
Licensed Manager
Licensed manager since 1988 and third-generation funeral director. Graduated from Simmons School of Mortuary Science in 1979. Active in local funeral service associations and hospice advisory boards. Maintains professional affiliations through Livingston County Country Club and Temple Hill Cemetery Association.
Derek S. Hicks
Funeral Director
Fourth-generation funeral director licensed in 2011. Graduated from Simmons Institute of Mortuary Science after working in Colorado's outdoor recreation industry. Serves on the Temple Hill Cemetery Association board while maintaining membership in multiple professional funeral service organizations.
Questions
What funeral service options do you offer?
We provide traditional funeral services, cremation options, and memorial ceremonies with customizable elements to honor individual preferences.
Can I pre-plan my funeral arrangements?
Yes, we offer pre-planning consultations to document your wishes and reduce future burdens for loved ones.
Are visitation services available?
Our primary chapel accommodates public visitations with seating for family and community members.
Do you provide grief support resources?
We partner with Livingston County Hospice to offer monthly support groups and annual memorial events for grieving individuals.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Geneseo, Livingston County, and the greater Rochester-Genesee Valley region.
Can I tour your facility?
Yes, we welcome facility tours to familiarize families with our chapel, private rooms, and available amenities.
