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Most people wait until there’s an urgent need to think about funeral arrangements. By then, the decisions must be made fast, the language is unfamiliar and grief makes all of it harder. The families we help to plan ahead consistently tell us the same thing: having a plan in place made a hard time aRead more

For years, if a family in Hampton or Portsmouth wanted to sit down with one of our funeral directors, they had to drive to Manchester or Boscawen just to talk through funeral planning. Forty minutes each way, sometimes more with traffic on 101. That’s a real ask for someone who’s grieving, or even someone simplyRead more

Professional hospice caregivers work is deeply human, offering comfort, dignity, and reassurance to patients and families when it matters most. Each year, the Phaneuf Family Foundation shines a light on one extraordinary professional who embodies the heart of hospice care. For 2025, the Caregiver Superstar went to Lisa Whitney, a hospice nurse with Visiting NurseRead more

The board of the Phaneuf Family Foundation, our 501 (c)(3) non-profit, is thrilled to introduce Molly K. Morris as the recipient of our 2025 mortuary science scholarship. Currently studying at FINE Mortuary College in Massachusetts, Molly has a unique mix of scientific curiosity, compassion, and a heartfelt commitment to supporting families during their most challengingRead more

We’re excited to announce that we have welcomed Durning, Bykowski & Young Funeral Home, Inc. into the Phaneuf family. For generations, families in Manchester have relied on Durning, Bykowski & Young during some of life’s toughest times. “Our top priority is and always will be providing exceptional service,” said “Buddy” Phaneuf, president and CEO ofRead more

Event Details Film: “Other Side” Location: Latchis Theatre, Brattleboro, Vermont Date and Time: Sunday, September 28, 4:00 p.m. Tickets: $15, available in advance here or at the door Post-Screening Event: Discussion with individuals knowledgeable about Vermont’s medical aid in dying law Proceeds: Benefit Turning Point, Brattleboro’s peer recovery support organization A new documentary, “Other Side,” Read more