Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Funeral Services in Niagara Falls, NY
Otto Redanz Funeral Home, founded in 1932, has served the Niagara Falls community with compassion and integrity for over nine decades. Our mission centers on providing personalized funeral, cremation, and pre-planning services for all faiths and backgrounds, guided by Christian values. We prioritize dignity, transparency, and client-centered care, offering tailored solutions from traditional funerals to pet memorials.With 24/7 availability and a focus on grief support, we aim to honor lives while easing the emotional and logistical burdens of loss. Our team combines decades of expertise with innovative approaches, including ceremonial cremation and memorial video tributes, ensuring every family receives exceptional service aligned with their unique needs.
Services
Cremation Services
Burial Options
Pre-Planning
Pet Memorials
Veterans Services
Details
- Year established: 1932
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 personalized support for all funeral needs.
- Our transparent pricing includes no hidden fees.
- Specialized pre-planning services protect assets and honor wishes.
- Ceremonial cremation options provide meaningful closure.
- Therapy dog Abby offers comfort during the grieving process.
Associations and certifications
- Better Business Bureau
- Cooperative Funeral Fund
What people say
Exceptional compassion
Transparent pricing
Personalized memorials
24/7 availability
Veteran honors
Services
Cremation Services
We provide dignified cremation services with options for visitation, ceremonies, and memorialization. Families may choose pre- or post-cremation viewings, ensuring personalized tributes. Our process guarantees your loved one remains in our care throughout, offering peace of mind and compassionate support during this sensitive time.
Pre-Planning
Our pre-planning services allow individuals to document funeral wishes and secure costs through funded or non-funded arrangements. We offer free consultations to alleviate future burdens, ensuring your preferences are honored while protecting assets and providing clarity for loved ones.
Veterans Services
We specialize in honoring veterans with full military honors, including flag presentations and headstone procurement. Our expertise ensures compliance with VA benefits, providing dignified ceremonies that recognize service members' sacrifices while offering families emotional and logistical support.
Pet Memorials
Our pet memorial services offer personalized options for commemorating beloved animals, including private viewings and keepsake urns. Owners Laura and Michael Goodlander, guided by their own experiences, provide compassionate care to help families navigate the loss of their cherished companions with dignity.
Grief Support
We offer year-long daily grief support via email and personalized counseling to aid healing. Our approach emphasizes during the journey, recognizing each individual's unique process while fostering community connections and providing resources to navigate emotional challenges post-loss.
People
Michael R. Goodlander
Owner & Licensed Funeral Director
Michael Goodlander founded Otto Redanz Funeral Home in 2005 after studying at Simmons Institute of Funeral Service. With over 20 years of experience, he emphasizes compassionate care, pre-planning expertise, and Christian values. He resides in Niagara with his family and therapy dog Abby.
Laura Sweney-Goodlander
Owner & Caregiver
Laura co-owns the funeral home and contributes her background as Niagara County Coroner. She specializes in pet memorials and personalized grief support, ensuring families receive holistic care. She works alongside Michael to maintain their mission-driven approach to service.
Questions
What cremation options are available?
We offer pre-cremation viewings, post-cremation ceremonies, and direct cremation. Families may also opt for ceremonial cremation with committal prayers at the crematory.
Can I pre-plan my funeral?
Yes, we provide free consultations for funded or non-funded pre-arrangements, ensuring your wishes are documented and costs secured.
Do you serve veterans?
We specialize in full military honors, including flag presentations, headstones, and VA benefit coordination for dignified veteran tributes.
Are pet memorials available?
Yes, we offer customized pet services, including keepsakes and private viewings, guided by our own experience with pet loss.
What grief support do you provide?
We offer year-long daily email support and personalized counseling to help families navigate their unique grieving process.
Is financing available?
Yes, we provide flexible financing options to ensure all families receive necessary services regardless of financial circumstances.
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