Amenities

  • Chapel
  • Piano or organ on-site
  • Coffee lounge
  • Pet friendly
  • Piano or organ on-site
  • Chapel
  • Coffee lounge
  • Pet friendly
  • Cremation remembrance jewelry
  • Option for home delivery of ashes
  • Option for mail delivery of ashes
    Sent through postal mail service, signature required. Expect delays in Canada due to Covid-19 restrictions on mail requiring a signature.
  • Catered events
  • Arrangements by phone and email
    complete funeral planning without needing a funeral home visit
  • Tribute video production
    Services available to create a tribute video for the service or obituary from photos and videos.
  • Audio and video equipment
  • Popular funeral music selections
  • Intimate gatherings
  • Black car service
  • Multicultural funerals

About

Hetherington & Deans Funeral Chapel has proudly served the city of Niagara Falls, Ontario, and the surrounding region for more than 90 years. Situated at 5176 Victoria Ave., our funeral home is an icon of the community and boasts the honour of being one of the oldest established businesses on the street. Though we first operated at 2 other locations on Victoria Avenue, Hetherington & Deans Funeral Chapel has been providing traditional funerals, memorial services and celebrations of life at its current address for nearly 85 years.

Here to serve you

Our professionals exemplify the care and compassion they offer to each family we serve. Our goal is to continue the time-honoured tradition of service established by our founders, Blake F. Hetherington and A. John "Jack" Deans. That tradition includes a strong commitment to the families who look to us for guidance and assistance in their time of grief, and a promise that we will uphold the highest level of service, compassion, integrity and dignity.

Personalized services

Celebration of life venue for services, gatherings and receptions at Hetherington & Deans Funeral ChapelAt Hetherington & Deans Funeral Chapel, we love to listen to your story and craft a service that truly honours and celebrates the life of your loved one. With many options available to you, ranging from traditional funeral services, to cremations with celebratory memorials, we are confident it will be a tribute remembered for years to come.

A trusted funeral provider

Hetherington & Deans Funeral Chapel is proud to be a member of the Dignity Memorial® network. When you choose us as your provider, you not only receive the compassionate care you expect from a locally operated establishment, but also the value you deserve from North America's largest and most trusted network of funeral, cremation and memorial services.

History

Hetherington & Deans Funeral ChapelThe rich tradition of Hetherington & Deans Funeral Chapel started in 1925 when Blake F. Hetherington opened the doors of his funeral chapel on Victoria Avenue, in Niagara Falls, Ontario. During the early 1930s, Hetherington & Deans made its final move to 5176 Victoria Ave., where it remains today.

Hetherington & Deans has long claimed to have the oldest formal funeral chapel in Niagara Falls, complete with fixed pews. The chapel is home to a pipe organ which, during the funeral home’s “down times,” was made available for organ recitals and chorales through the 1940s.

After World War II, local resident A. John "Jack" Deans returned from his overseas service and joined Mr. Hetherington as a partner in the business. He remained a committed proprietor and funeral director until poor health prevented him from continuing. Mr. Deans retired in 1996.

Continued service

At Hetherington & Deans Funeral Chapel, we are proud of the reputation we have earned in our 90+ years in the Niagara Falls community. Today, we are proud to be part of the Dignity Memorial® network of funeral, cremation and cemetery service providers since 1994.

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Celebration of Life Planning

Our planners are celebration of life experts. We plan more celebrations each year than any other provider, and we know just what to do to create a uniquely beautiful and heartfelt tribute with attention to detail like no other.

Every family who entrusts us with their loved one’s service can expect an event that includes:
  • meaningful music celebration of life

    Meaningful music

    Families are surprised to learn that we can play any songs you’d like or a different playlist for every aspect of the celebration.

  • cherished memories celebration of life

    Cherished memories

    A curated display of photographs and personal items invites family and friends to remember special moments and defining details.

  • a personalized message celebration of life

    A personalized message

    We work with a celebrant, clergy member or officiant to craft a heartfelt message that reflects your loved one and uplifts guests.

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When planning a celebration of life, your imagination is the only limit.

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Funeral & Cremation Pricing

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Urns

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Caskets

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Simple can still mean exceptional. Let us show you how.

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Featured customer testimonials

We love hearing from the families we serve. Their feedback helps us continue unique and meaningful celebrations that honor loved ones with unparalleled attention to detail.

We were in good hands right from the start. Everything was handled with the utmost professionalism.

Verified Cremation & Funeral Service Customer

January 2025

After the unexpected passing of my dad, Holly and Hetherington and Deans stepped in to take care of him and us. She allowed us time to chat and share our memories. She explained everything in simple terms when our fatigued minds couldn't comprehend anything complex. We left feeling cared for, and knowing my dad was in the be...

Verified Cremation Customer

January 2025

Hetherington and Deans goes above and beyond for you in your time of loss. Holly especially has made us feel like family. The worst time of my life, the passing of my daughter, was made easier with her support. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Verified Cremation & Funeral Service Customer

October 2024

Holly was amazing she went over and beyond she helped us so much

Verified Cremation Customer

October 2024

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