Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Compassionate Funeral Services in Batavia & Akron, NY
J Leonard McAndrew Funeral Home has served Batavia and Akron, NY since 1950, founded by Joseph Leonard McAndrew. After his passing in 1970, Ron Konieczny acquired the business, establishing a second location in Akron in 1982. Our family-owned operation expanded to a fully accessible facility in Batavia in 1995, maintaining personalized service through three generations. We specialize in traditional funerals, cremation services, and direct burials, prioritizing compassion, dignity, and respect for every family.Our licensed professionals handle all arrangements with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring each service reflects the unique life being honored. We offer pre-planning options to alleviate future burdens and maintain transparent pricing to accommodate all budgets. With over 60 years of community service, we remain committed to providing unwavering support during life's most difficult moments.
Services
Traditional Funerals
Cremation Services
Pre-Planning Services
Direct Burials
Online Arrangements
Grief Support Resources
Details
- Year established: 1950
Highlights and features
- Over 60 years of dedicated service to Batavia and Akron communities
- Personalized arrangements honoring each individual's unique life story
- Multiple location options for convenient service access
- Transparent pricing with financial assistance for budget-conscious families
- 24/7 availability for immediate support during times of need
Associations and certifications
- American Legion Cooperative Funeral Fund
- Erie-Niagara Funeral Associates
- Rochester Genesee Valley Funeral Directors Association, Inc.
Services
Traditional Funerals
Our traditional funeral services provide comprehensive arrangements including visitation, ceremony, and burial. We offer both purchase and rental casket options to accommodate different preferences and budgets. Our experienced directors guide families through every detail from venue coordination to obituary preparation, ensuring a dignified tribute that honors the deceased's life and legacy.
Cremation Services
We provide cremation services with family identification options, including traditional cremation with memorial services and direct cremation without formal visitation. Our facilities maintain strict chain-of-custody protocols to ensure proper handling throughout the process. We assist with urn selection and memorialization options to create meaningful remembrance opportunities for loved ones.
Pre-Planning Services
Our pre-planning services allow individuals to document their final wishes, reducing emotional and financial burdens for surviving family members. We offer personalized consultations to create customized arrangements that reflect personal preferences. The online planning tool provides 24/7 access to update preferences, ensuring all documentation remains current with changing needs and circumstances.
Direct Burials
This streamlined service option provides essential burial arrangements without formal visitation or ceremony. We handle all necessary documentation, transportation, and interment coordination with local cemeteries. Our staff ensures compliance with all legal requirements while maintaining respectful care of the deceased throughout the process.
Grief Support Resources
We provide access to grief counseling resources and support materials through our partnership with local mental health professionals. Our LifeStories program helps families document personal histories, while the Grief Library offers curated resources for different stages of loss. We also maintain relationships with local florists to facilitate tribute arrangements during mourning periods.
People
Ronald P. Konieczny II
Director & Proprietor
Licensed funeral director with over 25 years of experience, graduated from Canisius College and SUNY Canton with highest honors. Manages Akron location operations while maintaining family tradition of personalized service. Active member of professional funeral director associations.
Questions
What types of funeral services do you offer?
We provide traditional funerals, cremation services with family identification, direct cremation, and direct burials at both our Batavia and Akron locations.
Can I pre-plan my funeral arrangements?
Yes, we offer comprehensive pre-planning services including personalized consultations and an online planning tool to document your final wishes in advance.
Do you offer financial assistance for funeral services?
We work with families to create dignified arrangements within their budget, offering transparent pricing and payment options since 1950.
Are your facilities accessible for individuals with disabilities?
Our Batavia location features a fully handicap-accessible facility built in 1995, with accessible entrances and service areas.
