Chandler Funeral Homes & Crematory

Chandler Funeral Homes & Crematory Chandler Funeral Homes has been providing compassionate, quality service & counseling to the families we serve for five generations.

Chandler Funeral Homes & Crematory, Wilmington and Hockessin, Delaware

We own and operate two conveniently-located funeral homes, and the first on-premise crematory in the greater Wilmington area. Our Concord Pike location in Wilmington offers a spacious chapel and foyer that reflects the dignity and serenity appropriate for any type of funeral service. Years ago, the Chandler children planted the many white pine trees that surround the facility. The Chandler Funeral Home in Hockessin is nestled against a hillside in the rolling country off Lancaster Pike Route 41. Inside, a recently renovated facility and floor-to-ceiling frosted glass window bathes the chapel in peaceful light. In keeping with the family tradition, the landscaping was designed by the Chandler family and reflects the natural beauty of the Hockessin community. Since 1892, Chandler Funeral Homes have been assisting families in the greater Wilmington area. Our long history of helping with important decisions allows us to pay careful, considerate attention to your needs. Today, we offer complete funeral services, cremation, preplanning, and aftercare. We hope you’ll consider us your family’s resource for comprehensive funeral services and information.

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02/26/2026

Anything can bring back a memory of a loved one. It might be gardening like this author, or maybe it's playing catch. It could even be the smell of old library books. No matter what it is, it's comforting knowing that the memories of our loved ones never leave us.

What do you do to remember your loved ones?

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02/22/2026

More people are pre-planning their funerals, to take the burden off their families and ensure their wishes are granted.

Baby boomers, in particular, are shifting to more personalized—and less religious—memorial services.And with the help of the Internet, many are planning their own funerals.

02/20/2026
What is "preneed"? A type of prepaid life insurance designed to specifically cover the funeral expenses. Often, the appl...
02/16/2026

What is "preneed"? A type of prepaid life insurance designed to specifically cover the funeral expenses. Often, the applicant will also sign a prefunded funeral agreement with a funeral home.

Cremation urns are made of wood, ceramic, granite, copper, bronze, brass, glass, porcelain, marble, etc. and are offered...
02/14/2026

Cremation urns are made of wood, ceramic, granite, copper, bronze, brass, glass, porcelain, marble, etc. and are offered in a range of prices. There’s no right or wrong answer for what to do with cremated remains. It’s a personal preference, a matter of the heart. Many feel that displaying cremated remains is healing and reassuring. Regardless, a loved one will forever be remembered and missed dearly.

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02/11/2026

When attending a funeral virtually, make sure to clean your surroundings and choose a good place to on your camera that may not distract other guest online. The best way to do this is prepare a respectful area ahead of time.

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Cremations are popular because it takes up so little of your time than those of a traditional burial. It is also easier ...
01/30/2026

Cremations are popular because it takes up so little of your time than those of a traditional burial. It is also easier to bring the urn from one place to another. People can share and hold the remain until you decide the final step of the funeral.

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Facing fear is hard. Yet if you stay strong you’ll often find you are capable of facing more than you ever imagined you could.

Deep grief comes only from a great love. It is ok to experience this grief while also appreciating the existence of the ...
01/23/2026

Deep grief comes only from a great love. It is ok to experience this grief while also appreciating the existence of the love. Give those grieving time, patience and acceptance. Love did not form overnight, and grief will not fade that quickly either.

Have you heard of an Honor Flight? Do you know someone who's taken one? Such a great organization!
01/18/2026

Have you heard of an Honor Flight? Do you know someone who's taken one?
Such a great organization!

Honor Flight is a national organization that transports American Veterans to Washington DC to honor and celebrate them for their service and sacrifices for our freedom.

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2506 Concord Pike
Wilmington, DE
19803

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Learn More Since 1892, Chandler Funeral Homes have been assisting families in the greater Wilmington area. Today, we offer complete funeral services, cremation, preplanning, and aftercare. We’re proud to offer this long heritage of Chandler family service to the people of the Wilmington area.

Serving families from two locations: 2506 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE and 7230 Lancaster Pike, Hockessin, DE