Neptune Cremation Service

09/11/2025

🌏 The view from above, during that tragic moment frozen in time.

🕯 On this solemn day, we pause to honor the memory of all those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, and to stand with the families, friends, and communities forever changed by that tragedy.

At Celestis, we are reminded of the resilience of the human spirit... of our shared capacity for remembrance, unity, and hope.

🌇 May we never forget.

09/02/2025

Reminder! There's still time to RSVP for Wednesday evening's webinar.

Please join us for the third in our free 2025 webinar series, in partnership with For Grief, on Wednesday, September 3, in which grief experts will discuss issues related to grandparents and loss.
If you're unable to make it, you can register, and a recording of the webinar will be emailed to you after the event. Everyone is welcome.
Register with this link, or the QR code: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nCr-deCcRQGazS0rDA7JVg #/registration

08/31/2025

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08/29/2025

Saturday is National Grief Awareness Day, recognized annually on August 30. It's a time to reflect on how we all cope with loss differently, and learn how to help yourself and others through the grieving process, no matter what type of loss you've been through.
If you or someone you know is struggling with loss, we offer The 12 Weeks of Peace, a free, online bereavement series available to everyone. https://neptunesociety.com/resources/grief-support/12-weeks-of-peace

08/25/2025

Neptune marketing associates Megan Hill and Dennis Norris, who have become our go-to veteran liaisons, spent the weekend at the American Legion Convention, hosted by the The American Legion, Department of Florida in Tampa and co-sponsored by Neptune Society.
They met with veterans and their families, and raffled off an iPad. The lucky winner was Jennifer Farmer, Kentucky District 2 President. Congratulations, Jennifer!

08/25/2025

Thank you for giving a bark-out to comfort dogs, American Funeral Director! Our Neptune Society team just celebrated the first birthday of their pup, Neptune, who has quickly developed a compassionate understanding of how to be there for people in mourning. As we know, sometimes a soft paw says more than words.🐾❤️
https://www.facebook.com/americanfuneraldirector/posts/pfbid02F1vZAVvFrGGKLWufXi9pikaKQmBmxDgexGXuHwNh9iTsF5tfjUcVKd7bQmh6p4Kwl

08/25/2025

Please join us for the third in our free 2025 webinar series, in partnership with For Grief, on Wednesday, September 3, in which grief experts will discuss issues related to grandparents and loss.
If you're unable to make it, you can register, and a recording of the webinar will be emailed to you after the event. Everyone is welcome.
Register with this link, or the QR code: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nCr-deCcRQGazS0rDA7JVg #/registration

08/18/2025

May we all be guided by John's generosity and wisdom.❤️

For John's 102nd birthday, he performed 102 random acts of kindness! This included hosting a food drive for his local food bank. Happy birthday, and thanks for always thinking of others, John!

08/11/2025

Neptune marketing associates Megan Hill and Dennis Norris spent the weekend at the Veterans of Foreign Wars VFW National Convention in Columbus, Ohio, co-sponsored by Neptune Society, meeting with veterans and their families, and were neighbors with our partners, Dignity Memorial.
On Sunday, they raffled off an iPad, and the lucky winner was Louisiana District 9 Commander Mitch Cota. Congratulations, Mitch!

08/09/2025

Rest in the stars, Captain Lovell.
https://www.npr.org/2025/08/08/510627992/famed-nasa-astronaut-and-apollo-13-commander-jim-lovell-has-died-at-age-97

08/06/2025

This is wonderful. We couldn't agree more.

Lindsey Ballard didn't plan to follow in her family's footsteps—until she discovered her true calling. Now a third-generation funeral director and the 2025–26 CANA president, she's helping families create meaningful goodbyes while advocating for self-care in death care. Read her inspiring Ask the Expert feature → link in the comments.

07/23/2025

July is National , a time dedicated to recognizing the deep and lasting grief experienced by parents after the loss of a child. We offer some resources for parents, and those who love and support them:
*Alive Alone: alivealone.org/
*Bereaved Parents of the USA: bereavedparentsusa.org/
*The Compassionate Friends: www.compassionatefriends.org
*Hand to Hold Support Groups: handtohold.org/nicu-family-support/nicu-support-groups

07/14/2025

Neptune Hartford is co-sponsoring the 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer's - Greater Hartford event on Sunday, October 19, at Pratt and Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field in East Hartford. Service Manager Teresa McCall and Sales Manager Katy Black are leading the Neptune Hartford team in raising funds for care, support, awareness, and research for the Alzheimer's Association.
Here is the link to our page, if you’d like to join us or donate: https://act.alz.org/site/TR?fr_id=18486&pg=team&team_id=968566

05/23/2025

What an honor to have made such a special friend! 🥰🐂

We are pleased to announce that Charlie's appearance at our games is sponsored by Neptune Cremation Services.

05/23/2025

It was a perfect day for the 28th Annual Newington Library 5K Challenge on Sunday, May 18, and Neptune Hartford was a proud sponsor. Service Manager Teresa McCall participated in the run along with her friend, Jose Lugo, who won second place in his age group.
A very special guest also ran in the challenge: four-time Boston and New York Marathon winner and U.S. Olympian Bill Rodgers, who grew up in Newington. Afterward, Bill stayed to meet with participants, autograph books and have photos taken. Funds raised benefit Newington’s Lucy Robbins Welles Library.

02/04/2025

Neptune Hartford Service Manager Teresa McCall and her team donated a gift basket of Scottish/U.K. goods for the silent auction at the St. Andrew’s Society of Connecticut’s 40th annual Robert Burns Event, held at J. Timothy’s Restaurant.
Robert Burns – or Rabbie Burns – is a beloved 18th century Scottish poet and lyricist, most famous for writing Auld Lang Syne. To commemorate his life, Scots and fans of his work worldwide celebrate Burns Night annually on Jan. 25, his birthday, with a Burns Supper – haggis (a Scottish specialty to which Burns wrote a poem), neeps (turnips) and tatties (potatoes), and whisky, toasts, poem recitations, and music. Burns passed away at the young age of 37.
The St. Andrew’s Society of Connecticut is a non-profit, charitable organization that provides benevolence and education awards annually.
Pictured is Teresa (in the green sweater), who is a board manager with St. Andrew’s Society, at a table with friends, a bagpiper “Piping in the Haggis” as the main dish arrives, the silent auction table, and our basket. Sláinte Mhath – good health – to all!

11/11/2024

Neptune Hartford’s Teresa McCall and Mara Logan spent a brisk Saturday morning at the 2024 Alzheimer's Association Walk To End Alzheimer’s Greater Hartford event at Rentschler Field, which Neptune co-sponsored.
“We both had personal experiences with Alzheimer’s with the passing of our fathers,” Teresa said. “We understand the need for this research and enjoyed meeting others, sharing stories, and providing hope for the future of others."
It’s not too late to donate to this great cause:
https://act.alz.org/site/TR?fr_id=17504&pg=team&team_id=873019

09/18/2024

During the American Legion Post 117 meeting Tuesday evening, Neptune Hartford was presented with a Military Certificate of Appreciation for the continued sponsorship of the Newington Vet Coffee House. Neptune has been helping to supply snacks, breakfast treats, coffee, soda, cups and other necessary goods to the coffee house since its inception in 2019. Neptune Hartford service manager and American Legion Post 117 member Teresa McCall was there to receive the certificate on behalf of Neptune.

09/16/2024

Neptune Hartford donated a gift basket of treats -- coffee, chocolate, pancake mix, maple syrup, pasta sauce, olive oil, and more -- from The Fresh Market of Avon for the raffle at the Newington Police and Fire Golf Classic. The event is on Tuesday, Sept. 17, at the Indian Hill Country Club in Newington, and proceeds will benefit the Newington Police Department and Newington Volunteer Fire Department, along with scholarships in memory of Master Patrol Officers Peter J. Lavery and Ciara McDermott. Pictured holding the basket is MPO Timothy Rinaldo.

09/12/2024

Neptune Hartford is a co-sponsor for the Litchfield Hills Highland Games, to be held on Sunday, September 29, at Lime Rock Park in Lakeville from 9am-5pm. Enjoy a little bit of Scotland here in Connecticut at this fun family event, including Heavy Athletic Competitions, Pipe Bands, children’s games, Scottish vendors, food and drink. Neptune’s donation is helping to support the appearance of Charlie the Highland Coo (in photo with Neptune Service Manager Teresa McCall and her hubby, Kevin)!
More about the event here: https://limerock.com/community-events/litchfield-hills-highland-games/

07/10/2024

Neptune Hartford Pre-Arrangement Advisor Mara Logan and Service Manager Teresa McCall braved the heat to participate in the 2024 Southeast Healthy Living Expo at Dodd Stadium in Norwich – and were rewarded with meeting local folks and letting them know about the benefits of preplanning.

05/20/2024

Neptune Hartford was a sponsor for the 2024 Newington Library 5K Challenge, with Service Manager Teresa McCall participating in the walk. All proceeds from the race benefit the Lucy Robbins Welles Library.

04/10/2024

The Neptune Hartford team – Office Coordinator Joseph Parys, Service Manager Teresa McCall, and Sales Manager Katy Black – celebrated their view of Monday’s celestial event right, with eclipse cupcakes!

03/14/2024

Neptune Hartford Sales/Preplanning Manager Katy Black and Service Manager Teresa McCall (herself an American Legion member) teamed up to do a presentation on VA death benefits during the Newington Vet Coffee House at American Legion Post CT117 in Newington. They discussed what the VA will provide at time of passing, burial at a State Veterans or National Cemetery vs. a private cemetery, the benefits of preplanning for funeral/cremation services, and had a Q&A session afterwards.
“It was great to talk to the veterans and clarify many misconceptions of what happens at the time of passing and what the VA covers,” Teresa said. “As a continuing sponsor, we also stocked up the Coffee House with snacks, and are grateful to coordinator Chris Veilleux for inviting us to speak.”