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Trusted Funeral Services in Watertown, CT
Hickcox Funeral Home has served the Watertown, Connecticut community since 1884, established by Howard M. Hickcox. As a family-owned and operated business spanning five generations, we specialize in providing compassionate funeral services tailored to individual family needs. Our team of licensed funeral directors offers personalized arrangements, including burial, cremation, and pre-planning options, while maintaining a deep commitment to honoring traditions. With over 140 years of experience, we combine historical expertise with modern practices to support families during times of loss.Our services extend to Watertown, Oakville, and surrounding areas, emphasizing meticulous attention to detail and community trust. We provide grief resources, memorial planning, and 24/7 assistance, ensuring families receive comprehensive care during difficult periods. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our long-standing reputation and multi-generational service to the community.
Services
Funeral Services
Cremation Services
Burial Arrangements
Pre-Planning Consultations
Grief Counseling Resources
Memorial Planning
24/7 Emergency Services
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1884 with five generations of funeral service expertise
- Personalized arrangements respecting individual family traditions and needs
- Licensed funeral directors with decades of combined local experience
- 24/7 support for immediate arrangements and emergency services
- Comprehensive grief resources and community-focused service approach
What people say
Compassionate staff
Professional handling
24/7 availability
Personalized attention
Multi-generational expertise
Services
Funeral Services
We provide comprehensive funeral services tailored to family preferences, including visitation coordination, ceremony planning, and cemetery arrangements. Our team ensures meticulous attention to detail while respecting cultural and religious traditions. Services are available at our Watertown facility or preferred locations.
Cremation Services
Offering cremation services with flexible memorialization choices, including traditional ceremonies with cremation, private family gatherings, or scattering arrangements. We provide guidance on legal requirements and memorial options while maintaining compassionate support throughout the process.
Pre-Planning Consultations
Our pre-planning services allow individuals to document personal wishes for future arrangements, reducing family decision-making during difficult times. We offer consultations to create customized plans that reflect personal preferences and financial considerations.
Grief Counseling Resources
We provide access to grief resources and counseling materials developed by experts in loss management. Our support includes online libraries, community referrals, and guidance for families navigating the grieving process after losing a loved one.
24/7 Emergency Services
Available 24 hours daily for urgent arrangements, our emergency services ensure prompt support during unexpected losses. Our team coordinates transportation, documentation, and initial planning at any time, providing critical assistance when families need it most.
People
H. Paul Hickcox
Funeral Director, Owner (retired)
Paul Hickcox, born in 1950, graduated from American Academy McAllister Institute of Mortuary Science in 1970. He managed the funeral home from 1974 until retirement, maintaining four generations of family ownership. He continues active management oversight.
Carol M. Hickcox
Funeral Director, Owner
Carol Hickcox joined the business in 1986, became licensed in 1994, and assumed operational leadership after her husband's retirement. She was among Connecticut's first female embalmers and previously served as Waterbury Area Funeral Directors Association President.
Stephanie Umbro
Funeral Director
Stephanie Umbro represents the fifth generation of Hickcox funeral directors. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service in 2022 and became licensed in 2023. Raised at the funeral home, she continues the family legacy.
Jonathan Jedd
Funeral Director
Jonathan Jedd joined as funeral assistant before becoming licensed in 2014. He combines professional expertise with local knowledge, operating Kalenauskas Farms while serving Watertown families through both agricultural and funeral service communities.
Jordan Hickcox
Funeral Assistant
Jordan Hickcox, grandson of Paul and Carol Hickcox, works full-time as funeral assistant and office manager. He plans to attend embalming school, potentially becoming the sixth generation of Hickcox family members serving the community.
Questions
What services does Hickcox Funeral Home offer?
We provide full-service funeral arrangements including burial, cremation, pre-planning, grief resources, and 24/7 emergency services for Watertown, Oakville, and surrounding communities.
Can I plan a funeral in advance?
Yes, we offer pre-planning consultations to document personal wishes for future arrangements, helping families make informed decisions while reducing future decision-making burdens.
What's the difference between cremation and burial services?
Cremation and burial services both include visitation, ceremonies, and memorial options. The choice determines final disposition while allowing similar memorialization opportunities tailored to family preferences.
Do you serve areas outside Watertown?
We primarily serve Watertown and Oakville but extend services to surrounding communities, providing compassionate support regardless of location within our operational range.
Are grief counseling resources available?
Yes, we provide access to grief libraries, online resources, and community referrals developed by loss management experts to support families during the grieving process.
