Fretthold Funeral Home

Fretthold Funeral Home Our family has been serving our community for over 70 years. We are dedicated to providing compassionate care and personalized services.

We’re here to support your family with respect, dignity, and understanding during life’s most difficult moments. Fretthold Funeral Home is a premier full service funeral home, offering burial services, cremation services, and funeral pre-planning. We provide 24 hour on-call services, and are always available to help in any way we can. Our goal is to provide our families with the support and guidance they need throughout this difficult time. No one likes to think about loss, but it is a part of every person’s life. When you are grieving the loss of a loved one, it can be very hard to plan a funeral. Having a professional and caring funeral home to help you is very important.

Mary A. Newman (Van Horn) age 69, of the Town of Wheatfield, went to be with her Lord, March 12, 2026, while at home. Sh...
03/13/2026

Mary A. Newman (Van Horn) age 69, of the Town of Wheatfield, went to be with her Lord, March 12, 2026, while at home. She was a graduate of North Tonawanda High School, class of 1975. She had worked as a secretary for St. John de LaSalle R. C. Church. She loved gardening and was a former member of t...

Keith Kenneth Grose, age 63, of North Tonawanda, on March 11, 2026. He was the son of the late Kathleen and Kenneth Gros...
03/12/2026

Keith Kenneth Grose, age 63, of North Tonawanda, on March 11, 2026. He was the son of the late Kathleen and Kenneth Grose. Cherished brother of Kenneth Michael Grose and the late Kevin James Grose. Uncle of James Michael Grose, Daniel Murice DeMeester, Marea Lee Grose, Ryan Carol Morrison, and Ralyn...

"The work of a funeral director is not measured in one great success, but by the countless number of caring words and ki...
03/12/2026

"The work of a funeral director is not measured in one great success, but by the countless number of caring words and kind gestures to help those in need."

To all of our colleagues, we wish you all a happy Funeral Director Recognition Day! 🎉

We make funeral preplanning easy. You can take your time creating arrangements that best suit your needs and preference...
03/12/2026

We make funeral preplanning easy. You can take your time creating arrangements that best suit your needs and preferences, and all you have to do is fill out a form or meet with a member of our staff to put your plan in place. Anyone can create a plan, at any stage in their life, and you can make changes at a later date if you wish.
Visit our website for more information, or give us a call to schedule a time to meet with a member of our family to discuss your options and design your plan in person.
https://www.frettholdfuneralhome.com/plan-ahead/overview


Della M. Miranto, age 93, of North Tonawanda, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026.Known lovingly as “Grandma Dell,” ...
03/06/2026

Della M. Miranto, age 93, of North Tonawanda, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026.

Known lovingly as “Grandma Dell,” she will always be remembered for the warmth she brought to her family—especially through her famous spaghetti sauce and meatballs. Her family looked forward to every Thur...

James A. Heider, February 22, 2026, of North Tonawanda, NY. Beloved husband of 69 years to the late Priscilla Heider, di...
03/04/2026

James A. Heider, February 22, 2026, of North Tonawanda, NY. Beloved husband of 69 years to the late Priscilla Heider, died peacefully in his sleep at the age of 89. Father of Gregory, Ronald, and the late Timothy Heider. Father in law to Manami and Deborah Heider. Grandfather to Himari, Jade and Ale...

Elizabeth "Liz" A. Greene (nee Gerth), age 81, of Niagara Falls, went to be with her Heavenly Father on March 1st, 2026,...
03/03/2026

Elizabeth "Liz" A. Greene (nee Gerth), age 81, of Niagara Falls, went to be with her Heavenly Father on March 1st, 2026, at her home, following a lengthy illness. A life long resident of Niagara Falls, Liz was a home maker, loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who had a business sense fo...

02/26/2026

View Richard D. Blackmon's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

Richard Blackmon, 82, passed away peacefully at home on February 25, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.Richard ...
02/26/2026

Richard Blackmon, 82, passed away peacefully at home on February 25, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

Richard was a man of simple joys and deep passions. He loved dogs more than anything, especially his beloved chihuahua, Reggie, who is now keeping him company in heaven. Richard h...

Joseph Byrd, age 57, of North Tonawanda passed away on February 23, 2026. He was the son of the late Donald and Betty By...
02/26/2026

Joseph Byrd, age 57, of North Tonawanda passed away on February 23, 2026. He was the son of the late Donald and Betty Byrd. Step-son of Jerry Heinrich. Loving husband of Tricia Rydzik. He was preceded in death by his siblings David, Kenneth, and Kathy and is survived by his step brother, Alan (Patri...

Cheryl E. Fetterhoff, age 42, died peacefully at home surrounded by family after a long and courageous battle with cance...
02/21/2026

Cheryl E. Fetterhoff, age 42, died peacefully at home surrounded by family after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was the cherished daughter of Jack and Suzanne Oehmler. Loving wife of Robert Fetterhoff and mother of Ethan and Olivia. Sister of Kristen (Jeff) Scull and Adam (Ashley) Oeh...

02/21/2026

View James P. Goranites's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

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1241 Oliver Street
North Tonawanda, NY
14120

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The Fretthold Funeral Home is committed to provide direction, encouragement, give hope and comfort to those in need at the time of loss of a loved one. We fully understand that our future rests upon the quality of service we provide our families, the compassion we extend and the promise to provide dignified funerals in a warm atmosphere of genuine love and concern. Our funeral home was founded with a sincere desire to help those in need with warm and caring personal service, a wide selection of merchandise, and funeral options to fit every budget. The Fretthold Funeral Home stands apart as an independent family owned and operated full service funeral home. The business was founded in 1947 by Carl E. Fretthold Sr. Today the funeral home is operated by his two sons, and 3 of his grandchildren. Carl E. Fretthold Jr. who serves as President and by James P. Fretthold who is the Licensed Manager, Lisa Hansson, Michael Fretthold, and Jenna Fretthold.

We are proud to be the exclusive giver of the Memory Tree in the Tonawandas. The MEMORY Tree: A symbol of Hope and a Living Tribute to your loved one.