Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Funeral Services in Central Falls, RI
Charles Coelho Funeral Home has served the Central Falls community with compassion and dedication since 1973. Our experienced team specializes in creating personalized tributes that honor the unique lives of those we serve, offering a full range of funeral and cremation services tailored to individual needs. We prioritize attentive listening and meticulous planning to alleviate family burdens during times of loss. As a locally owned business, we maintain strong ties to the Blackstone Valley Area and beyond, combining traditional values with modern service options.Our affiliation with the Rhode Island Funeral Directors Association and Better Business Bureau underscores our commitment to professional excellence and ethical standards. With 24/7 availability, we provide immediate assistance and comprehensive support throughout the entire process.
Services
Cremation Services
Funeral Arrangements
Urn Selection
Pre-Planning
Veterans Services
Memorial Services
Immediate Burial
Casket Selection
Death Certificate Assistance
Grief Support
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- 48 years of dedicated service to the Central Falls community
- Personalized planning for meaningful, customized tributes
- Affiliated with Better Business Bureau for ethical standards
- 24/7 immediate assistance for urgent needs
- Specialized pre-planning services to ease future burdens
Associations and certifications
- Rhode Island Funeral Directors Association
- Better Business Bureau
Services
Cremation Services
We offer multiple cremation options including direct cremation, memorial services with urn presence, and traditional church services. Our packages range from $2,295 to $5,495, with customizable elements to meet religious or family preferences. Each option includes necessary permits, remains preparation, and crematory transportation while allowing flexibility for personalization.
Funeral Arrangements
From basic packages starting at $4,605 to premium options up to $7,645, we coordinate complete funeral services with viewing, transportation, and cemetery arrangements. Our team handles all logistics including clergy coordination, obituary publication, and document processing while providing guidance on legal requirements and memorial choices.
Pre-Planning Services
Our pre-planning services allow individuals to document personal wishes for future reference. This proactive approach helps families by establishing clear instructions for service type, casket selection, and other preferences while potentially securing current pricing against future inflation.
Veterans Services
We specialize in coordinating veterans' benefits including headstone procurement, burial flag presentation, and military honor guard arrangements. Our staff assists with documentation submission to the Department of Veterans Affairs and ensures proper execution of traditional military funeral protocols.
Grief Support
Beyond immediate services, we provide ongoing grief resources including counseling referrals, support group information, and memorialization guidance. Our team offers practical advice on navigating social security benefits, estate matters, and other post-loss considerations.
People
Charles Coelho
President/Funeral Director
With over 50 years of experience since founding the business in 1973, Charles Coelho leads our team with a commitment to compassionate service. He oversees all operations while maintaining direct client relationships.
Brendan M Fahy
Funeral Director
Licensed funeral director Brendan M Fahy coordinates daily operations and family consultations. He specializes in veterans' services and ensures seamless execution of both traditional and modern memorial arrangements.
Questions
What cremation options do you offer?
We provide six cremation packages ranging from $2,295 direct cremation to $5,495 traditional funeral services with cremation, including memorial services and viewing options.
Can I personalize funeral arrangements?
Yes, we customize services to reflect personal preferences including location choices, memorial elements, and cultural/religious traditions while offering guidance on practical considerations.
Do you handle veterans' benefits?
We coordinate VA benefits including headstones, burial flags, and military honor guards while assisting with required documentation submission and ceremony planning.
Are pre-planning services available?
Yes, we offer pre-arrangement consultations to document preferences and lock in current pricing, helping families avoid future decision-making stress during difficult times.
What support exists for grieving families?
Beyond immediate services, we provide grief resources including counseling referrals, support group information, and practical guidance on post-loss administrative matters.
How quickly can services be arranged?
We provide immediate assistance 24/7, with basic cremation services typically arranged within 24 hours and traditional funerals scheduled according to family availability.
