Burke Funeral Home in Andover, MA

Burke Funeral Home in Andover, Massachusetts

Burke Funeral Home serves families in Andover, Massachusetts, offering a setting for planning and remembrance with a calm, supportive approach. The funeral home is located at 390 N Main St in Andover, with visits available by appointment. Whether you are making arrangements after a recent loss or planning ahead, the staff can help you understand your options and guide you through next steps.

Families often look for help with practical details such as paperwork, scheduling, and coordinating with clergy, cemeteries, or crematories. A funeral home can also assist with selecting services that fit personal wishes, cultural traditions, and family needs. If you have questions, you can call (978) 475-5200 or visit burkemagliozzi.com to learn more about contacting the location and setting up a time to meet.

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Funeral and Memorial Services

Funeral services

Funeral services can include a visitation, a ceremony, and coordination with a cemetery. A funeral director can help plan timing, transportation, and written notices, while keeping the focus on honoring the person who died.

Memorial services

A memorial service is held without the body present and may take place days or weeks later. Families can choose readings, music, and speakers, and can hold the gathering at a funeral home, church, or another venue.

Cremation planning

Cremation planning may include a direct cremation or a cremation with visitation and a memorial service. The funeral home can explain required authorizations, coordinate the process, and review options for urns and keepsakes.

Burial and cemetery coordination

For burial, families often need help with cemetery scheduling, opening and closing, and selecting a casket or outer burial container where required. A funeral home can manage these details and coordinate with the cemetery office.

Preplanning and pre-need consultations

Preplanning allows you to document preferences in advance and reduce stress for loved ones later. A consultation can cover service choices, burial or cremation preferences, important documents, and how to share plans with family.

Obituary and paperwork assistance

After a death, families may need help drafting an obituary, gathering vital information, and completing required forms. Funeral homes often assist with death certificates, permits, and guidance on notifying agencies and organizations.

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Reviews

★★★★★

The director explained each step clearly and handled the details with care. Our family felt supported without being rushed.

— Maria L.

★★★★☆

Helpful staff and a calm setting. Communication was steady, and questions were answered promptly by phone.

— Thomas R.

★★★★★

They were respectful and organized from the first meeting through the service. The arrangements matched our wishes.

— Eileen S.

★★★★☆

Professional guidance with paperwork and scheduling. A few choices took time to finalize, but the team stayed patient.

— David P.

★★★★★

We appreciated the quiet, considerate approach. They coordinated with the cemetery and clergy smoothly.

— Anita G.

★★★☆☆

Overall a caring experience, though we had to follow up once about a document. It was resolved quickly.

— Mark J.

Frequently Asked Questions

Burke Funeral Home is located at 390 N Main St, Andover, MA. If you are traveling from outside the area, it can help to confirm directions and parking details when you call to schedule an appointment.

The listed hours are by appointment. Calling ahead is the best way to arrange a meeting time for planning, paperwork, or a private visit. If you have an urgent need, ask about the soonest available time.

You can reach the funeral home by phone at (978) 475-5200. You can also visit burkemagliozzi.com for contact information. For time-sensitive matters, calling is usually the fastest option.

Yes. Preplanning appointments allow you to record your preferences for burial or cremation, service style, and other important choices. It also gives your family clear guidance later and can reduce last-minute decisions.

Families are often asked for the person’s full legal name, date and place of birth, Social Security number, parents’ names, marital information, and veteran details if applicable. Having a photo and key dates also helps with an obituary.

Most funeral homes can help families include religious traditions, cultural customs, or personal elements such as readings and music. If the person was a veteran, ask about eligibility and how honors are requested and scheduled.

A funeral typically takes place with the body present and may include visitation and burial or cremation afterward. A memorial service is held without the body present and can be scheduled later, offering more flexibility for travel and planning.

Burke Funeral Home in Andover, Massachusetts