Whitting Funeral Home

Whitting Funeral Home For generations, the Whitting Family has provided professional, comforting service to other families in their time of grief. Ours is not just any funeral home.
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With our years of experience, and highly professional, friendly and compassionate staff, Whitting Funeral Home is the first choice for hundreds of area families each year.We are proud to embrace traditional values, diversity, and innovation in honoring the spirit and life of each person we serve. Whitting Funeral Home offers a full selection of:Funeral and memorial service options, ranging from traditional to uniquely innovative and personalBurial and cremation servicesNatural choices, including Green Burials and Green CremationCelebrant ServicesLetting go of a loved one is usually a very difficult process. In order to provide your family peace-of-mind, Whitting Funeral Home offers complete care, so that you can focus on comforting each other as you prepare to say goodbye to someone dear to you.Although there are many decisions you may have to make, we assure you that we will guide you through the process every step of the way. We promise to help you:Design the most fitting memorial or funeral service to honor their memory and pay tribute to their life achievements and experiences.Select the most appropriate products, including a casket, burial vault, cremation urn, cemetery or mausoleum, to fit your budget and suit your needs and desires.Write a fitting obituary to honor your loved one’s life experiences and social connections.Assist in the publication of the obituary in the newspapers of your choice.Create a Book of Memories™, a beautiful, permanent online memorial, where you and your friends can build a legacy of memories by archiving treasured photos and memories.Welcome your family and friends to our funeral home for your planned services, including a viewing, visitation, funeral or memorial service.Make all arrangements with regard to the services whether they are held at your place of worship, our funeral home, cemetery, or alternate gathering place.Provide you with beautiful print materials, including memorial folders, prayer cards, and book marks. We also offer personalized note cards for you to acknowledge the emotional support you received from friends, co-workers, and community members.Create a moving video tribute, to be shown at the service. A copy of this tribute is given to the immediate family, and additional DVDs can be made for those who would also like to have a copy.Provide an elegant hearse and funeral cars, as well as arrange for escorts.Help in the selection and on-site arrangement of floral tributes.Provide access to grief education and support materials, and referrals to counseling services.Prepare all paperwork, including vital record statistics, permits, filing and obtaining death certificates, and assistance with life insurance, veteran’s benefits, and Social Security claims.We hope you will turn to us for compassionate care and impeccable service. Our pledge is to honor your loved one and family with dignity, respect and personal attention to every detail.Call us today to explore the wide variety of choices available to you and your family. Or if you’d rather, and if your need isn’t immediate, send us an email.

World Mental Health DayMental health touches all of us. Some days we may be the ones in need of support, and other days ...
10/10/2025

World Mental Health Day
Mental health touches all of us. Some days we may be the ones in need of support, and other days we may be the ones who can offer it. A kind word, a listening ear, or simply showing up can make a profound difference for someone who is struggling.
Let today be a reminder: caring for your own well-being matters and so does reaching out to others with compassion.
If you or someone you know needs help, support is here:
📞 Call or text 988 – Su***de & Crisis Lifeline (USA)
📞 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) – NAMI Helpline
🌐 More grief resources: http://www.whitting.com/grief-support/grief-resources
Together, let’s build a community of care, connection, and hope.

Burial or Cremation?When planning a service, families are often faced with this important decision. Both options are mea...
10/06/2025

Burial or Cremation?
When planning a service, families are often faced with this important decision. Both options are meaningful, and the choice depends on personal values, traditions, and wishes.
Here are some similarities and differences to consider:

Similarities
✔️ Both can include a meaningful memorial or religious service
✔️ Both provide opportunities for family and friends to gather and remember
✔️ Both honor and respect the life of your loved one
✔️ Can be personalized to reflect individual wishes

Burial
⚰️ Permanent resting place for loved ones to visit
⚰️ Often connected to faith and family traditions
⚰️ Involves a cemetery plot, headstone, or mausoleum

Cremation
🕊️ flexibility in timing and type of service
🕊️ Remains can be kept, scattered, or buried

There is no “better” option, only the one that feels right for you and your family. At Whitting Funeral Home, we are here to guide and support you every step of the way.

🎉🍺 Oktoberfest at St. Patrick Church, Glen Cove 🍺🎉Join us for a joyful community celebration filled with live music, del...
10/01/2025

🎉🍺 Oktoberfest at St. Patrick Church, Glen Cove 🍺🎉

Join us for a joyful community celebration filled with live music, delicious food, great company, and Oktoberfest spirit! 🎶🍽️✨

📅 Friday, October 3 | 5:00–9:00 PM
📅 Saturday, October 4 | 3:00–9:00 PM

📍 St. Patrick Church – Glen Cove, NY

Enjoy festive music, authentic food, and the chance to connect with friends and neighbors.

🙌 Donations can be made by scanning the QR code on the image.

Bring your family and friends — we can’t wait to see you there! 🍂🍻

🌟 Join us at the 53rd Sea Cliff Mini Mart this Sunday, October 5th — Rain or Shine!Come visit us from 10 AM to 5 PM at t...
10/01/2025

🌟 Join us at the 53rd Sea Cliff Mini Mart this Sunday, October 5th — Rain or Shine!
Come visit us from 10 AM to 5 PM at the corner of Sea Cliff Avenue & Carpenter Avenue, Sea Cliff, NY.
✨ Stop by for a chance to win one of two prize baskets!
We’d love to see our community, meet our neighbors, and share a warm hello!

Why Consider Pre-Planning a Funeral?Pre-planning means making funeral arrangements in advance, thoughtfully outlining yo...
09/25/2025

Why Consider Pre-Planning a Funeral?
Pre-planning means making funeral arrangements in advance, thoughtfully outlining your wishes so they are known and honored. It can be as simple as choosing between a burial or cremation, or as detailed as selecting the music, readings, and religious elements of your service.
Some benefits include:
✔️ Reducing emotional stress on family during a difficult time
✔️ Ensuring your personal preferences are respected
✔️ Helping manage costs and avoid unexpected financial burden
✔️ Allowing loved ones to focus on healing and remembrance rather than logistics
At Whitting Funeral Home, we’re here to answer your questions and guide you with compassion and clarity.

On this day, we pause to honor the memory of those lost on September 11, 2001.Their courage, the bravery of first respon...
09/11/2025

On this day, we pause to honor the memory of those lost on September 11, 2001.
Their courage, the bravery of first responders, and the resilience of families continue to inspire us all.

We remember. We reflect. We never forget 🇺🇸

Today, on World Su***de Prevention Day, we raise awareness, offer hope, and remember those we’ve lost to su***de. 💛To an...
09/10/2025

Today, on World Su***de Prevention Day, we raise awareness, offer hope, and remember those we’ve lost to su***de. 💛

To anyone who is struggling, or to those carrying the grief of losing a loved one, you are not alone. Support is here:

988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline (USA) – Call or text 988

NAMI Helpline – 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)

Additional grief support resources are available on our website: https://www.whitting.com/grief-support/grief-resources

Together, we can break the stigma, offer compassion, and honor every life touched by su***de.

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🐾 This September, the Town of Oyster Bay Animal Shelter is opening its doors with a special opportunity for families loo...
09/09/2025

🐾 This September, the Town of Oyster Bay Animal Shelter is opening its doors with a special opportunity for families looking to adopt a pet. Throughout the month, the usual adoption fees for dogs and cats will be completely waived. Every adoption still includes spay/neuter, vaccinations, and microchipping—ensuring your new companion is healthy and ready for their forever home.

In addition, the shelter will host a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Saturday, September 13, from 10 AM to 2 PM. Microchipping will also be available that day for a small fee of $25.

We at Whitting Funeral Home are honored to share this important community message on behalf of the Town of Oyster Bay, and we encourage anyone considering adoption to visit the shelter and meet the wonderful pets waiting for a family. 💙

For more details, please visit http://OysterBayTown.com
or call (516) 677-5784.

Today, on Grandparents Day, we celebrate the love, wisdom, and legacy that grandparents share with their families. Their...
09/07/2025

Today, on Grandparents Day, we celebrate the love, wisdom, and legacy that grandparents share with their families. Their stories, traditions, and gentle guidance are gifts that shape generations.

May we take a moment to honor and cherish the grandparents in our lives , and hold close the memory of those who are no longer with us. ❤️

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month — a time to honor the brave children and families impacted, to spread awar...
09/02/2025

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month — a time to honor the brave children and families impacted, to spread awareness, and to work together toward a future filled with more hope.

We are inspired by the important work of the
, whose motto “Fight Hard, Smile Big” reminds us all of the power of courage, kindness, and community.

Together, let’s raise awareness, inspire hope, and support the fight against childhood cancer. 💛

This Labor Day, we recognize the dedication, resilience, and hard work that have built and continue to strengthen our co...
09/01/2025

This Labor Day, we recognize the dedication, resilience, and hard work that have built and continue to strengthen our communities.
May today be a reminder to honor those efforts and to cherish time spent with loved ones.

From all of us at Whitting Funeral Home, we wish you a safe and meaningful Labor Day. 💙

A Time to Celebrate and RememberAs we enjoy the fireworks and gather with family and friends today, we also want to take...
07/04/2025

A Time to Celebrate and Remember

As we enjoy the fireworks and gather with family and friends today, we also want to take a moment to remember those who made our freedom possible.

• At Whitting Funeral Home, we’re proud to serve a community with a rich history and strong spirit. We especially think of the lives we’ve been honored to support—those who served our country with courage and dedication.

• Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Independence Day, surrounded by loved ones.

• 📍 Proudly serving since 1940
🕊️ With respect, care, and compassion

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