About Staples Funeral Home & Cremation Care

H.F. "Jim" Staples established this funeral home in April 1928, making it the first funeral home in Gardiner and one of the first in Maine. Staples was a graduate of Maine Central Institute and Bowdoin College before completing his training at the Massachusetts College of Embalming. The business introduced the first ambulance service to Gardiner and held the contract for funeral services at the U.S. Veterans Facility at Togus.

The funeral home has served families in Gardiner and surrounding Kennebec County communities for over 95 years. Staff members provide both traditional funeral and cremation services, as well as pre-planning programs for families who wish to arrange services in advance.

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Established 1928
Veteran services
Pre-planning available

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Staples Funeral Home & Cremation Care serves families in Gardiner, Kennebec, and neighboring communities.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Staples Funeral Home & Cremation Care

What is the phone number for Staples Funeral Home & Cremation Care?

You can reach Staples Funeral Home & Cremation Care by calling (207) 582-3102.

Where is Staples Funeral Home & Cremation Care located?

Staples Funeral Home & Cremation Care is located at 53 Brunswick Avenue Gardiner, ME 04345.

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You can view recent obituaries from Staples Funeral Home & Cremation Care on this page in the Recent Obituaries section. You can also visit their official website for more information.

Can I send flowers to Staples Funeral Home & Cremation Care?

Yes, you can send sympathy flowers to Staples Funeral Home & Cremation Care through the Who Passed On flower delivery service available on this page.

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Click the "Get Directions" button above to open Google Maps navigation to 53 Brunswick Avenue Gardiner, ME 04345.

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National median: burial $8,300, cremation $6,280 (NFDA 2023). Always contact the funeral home directly to confirm current pricing.

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