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The DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory was opened March 18th, 1999 by Johnny DeVargas and family. The business was started to serve the community, to help people through tough times by proving professional, caring service.  They offer many different options for funerals, with everything adapted to the individual’s religious beliefs and spiritual needs.

The funeral home relocated to Railroad Avenue shortly after opening.  The architecture of the place is stunning.  The wooden double doors have etched, stylized wing designs on the windows.  Angel figurines line a shelf in the lobby, along with a collection of stunning artwork from local artists throughout the building.  There are flower arrangements everywhere.  A corner keva fireplace tops off the main lobby as the focal point of the professional, yet casual seating arrangement.  There are two chapels for services, each with high pitched roofs and rose windows.  The arched supports in each room mimic the vaulted ceilings with a modern twist.

Funerals have existed for thousands of years in many different cultures.  Historically, they have ranged from the elaborated tombs of the pharaohs to cremation ceremonies to naturalistic practices of arranging the body outdoors for nature to run its course.  No matter the beliefs behind the practice, there seems to be a desire in humans to do something respectful for those who have passed.  So why do we have a universal need for such a ceremony?  Funerals are just as much (if not more so) for those left behind as they are for the departed.  They allow us to face the reality of a death, to freely mourn the passing, and give people the opportunity to come together to support each other in grieving.

Some people may be surprised to learn that not everyone who comes to DeVargas to plan a funeral is doing so for someone else.  Many people prearrange for their own funerals.  The thought may strike some as morbid, being that most people are reluctant to even think about their own death, but there are many advantages to thinking ahead.  Planning in advance can help people to feel secure and in control, knowing that things will be taken care of when they are gone.  What better final gift to give your family than lessening the financial burden and freeing them from the planning hassles on top of the grieving?  When one plans their own arrangements, they can be sure that their family will know exactly what they wanted, taking out the guess work.  The planning stages can start at any time in a person’s life.  In fact, it’s recommended that people start the process while they are healthy to remove any pressures and rushed feelings to make a quick decision.  

At DeVargas Funeral Home, all ceremonies are tailored to the customer’s needs.  The large chapel can seat up to 300 people.  Everything about the funeral can be customized to the family’s wishes.  Everything from open-casket viewings to cremation is offered.  The average price range at DeVargas is reportedly anywhere between $4,000 to $7,000, but this is simply the middle ground and prices can go higher or lower.


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