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Trusted Funeral Services in Middletown, CT
Since 1816, Doolittle Funeral Service has been dedicated to providing unparalleled care and support to families in Middlesex County during their most challenging moments. Our experienced team offers personalized funeral services, cremation options, and pre-planning solutions tailored to individual wishes. With a legacy spanning over 150 years, we combine tradition with modern flexibility, including veterans' services, grief support, and 24/7 assistance.Our commitment to ethical practices and community service has earned us recognition from the National Selective Morticians. We prioritize transparency, compassion, and attention to detail, ensuring every family receives dignified, meaningful tributes for their loved ones.
Services
Funeral Services
Cremation Services
Pre-Planning
Veterans Burials
Grief Support
Highlights and features
- We offer over 200 years of combined experience in funeral services.
- Our team provides 24/7 personalized support during difficult times.
- We specialize in veterans' burial benefits and memorialization.
- We guarantee transparent pricing with no hidden fees.
- Our grief support extends for a full year after services.
Associations and certifications
- National Selective Morticians
What people say
Outstanding service
Professional staff
Stress-free process
Personalized care
Compassionate support
Services
Funeral Services
We provide traditional funeral services with customizable options for visitation, viewing, and memorial ceremonies. Our team coordinates all aspects including clergy, cemetery arrangements, and obituary preparation. Services can be held at our funeral home, place of worship, or private residence, with options for open or closed casket ceremonies.
Cremation Services
Our cremation services include pre-cremation viewings, memorial services with urns, and final disposition options. We assist with scattering ceremonies, urn garden interments, and multi-family grave space planning. Cremation provides flexibility for families to hold services at their convenience while honoring the deceased's wishes.
Pre-Planning
We help individuals document their final wishes to ease the burden on loved ones. Our pre-planning includes customizable service details, cost protection against inflation, and legal documentation. Families receive guidance through our online form or in-home consultations with our licensed professionals.
Veterans Burials
We coordinate VA benefits including headstones, burial flags, and honor guards. Our staff assists with paperwork for service-connected memorials and ensures compliance with military funeral protocols. Services include rifle salutes, Taps performances, and recognition of service medals.
Grief Support
Our grief counseling extends beyond services with daily email support for one year. We provide resources through partnerships with national grief organizations and local support groups. The program includes coping strategies, memorialization ideas, and referrals to specialized counselors for children and adults.
People
Jay B. Doolittle
President
4th generation funeral director with 35 years of experience. Graduated from New England Institute of Mortuary Science in 1989. Serves on multiple cemetery boards. Active in community sports organizations and local heritage groups.
Donna Doolittle
Office Manager
15 years of funeral service experience. Graduated from Manchester Community College. Manages administrative operations and family counseling. Active in church leadership and cemetery associations.
Heidi Abbott
Funeral Director
30 years of service with expertise in pre-planning and veterans' benefits. Graduated from Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science. Recognized for compassionate care in multiple community testimonials.
Questions
What documents are needed when planning a funeral?
We require birth/death certificates, Social Security numbers, veteran discharge papers, and cemetery deeds. Our team assists with all necessary paperwork.
Can we personalize funeral services?
Yes, we offer customized tributes including themed memorials, multimedia presentations, and unique venue options to reflect the deceased's personality.
Do you provide grief counseling for children?
Our program includes age-appropriate resources and support groups to help children process loss in a safe environment.
What veterans' benefits do you handle?
We coordinate VA headstones, burial flags, honor guards, and presidential memorial certificates for eligible veterans.
Can cremation services include viewings?
Yes, we offer traditional viewings followed by cremation with options for family participation in the process.
