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  • TREV
    May 2026

    During one of the most heartbreaking and difficult times in my life, Gus and the entire family at Farenga Funeral Home showed my family a level of compassion, dignity, love, and care that I will never forget.

    From the very first moment we walked through their doors, Gus treated us not like clients, but like family. His kindness, patience, understanding, and genuine empathy brought comfort to us during unimaginable pain. Every detail was handled with such grace, professionalism, and heartfelt sincerity. He went above and beyond in every possible way to make sure my mother’s services were beautiful, honorable, peaceful, and filled with love.

    What truly makes Farenga Funeral Home special is the personal care they provide. Gus was always available to answer questions, guide us through difficult decisions, and reassure us during moments when we felt overwhelmed. You can genuinely feel how deeply he cares about the families he serves. That level of humanity is rare.

    The entire staff and family at Farenga made an unbearable experience feel a little lighter through their warmth, support, and dedication. They helped us give my mother the beautiful and respectful farewell she deserved, and for that I will forever be grateful.

    I wholeheartedly and highly recommend Farenga Funeral Home to anyone looking for a funeral home that leads with compassion, sincerity, professionalism, and love. If you want your loved one to be honored with true dignity and care, Gus, John, and his family are the people you want beside you.

    Thank you again, Gus and your family for everything you have done for me and my family. We will never forget your kindness.

  • Daisy Dirisio
    Apr 2026

    I would highly recommend this funeral home. Gus and his staff are phenomenal! They are truly lovely people who care about their customers! They helped us during the most difficult time of our lives! We are so thankful to have chosen them!!

  • Robert Plata
    Apr 2026

    Thank you John, Gus and the team at Farenga. They were very professional, supportive and understanding. Special shout out to John who was compassionate, answered all our questions and made everything so much easier to handle. They have excellent communication and are very knowledgeable. The Farenga Funeral Home made this sad moment very special and comforting for us. Thank you all at Farenga.
    The Castro Family

  • Lisa Tenaglia
    Jan 2026

    The team at Farenga is exceptional. They were compassionate, competent, and professional while we planned my father's services. A special thank you to John and Gus for being attentive and always available to answer any question and field any request. Your thoughtfulness and kindness will stay with us always.
    The Tenaglia family

  • Yesenia Morales
    Dec 2025

    John and the team at Farenga Funeral Home have been incredible. They made us feel welcomed and supported during two very difficult losses. John, in particular, made everything so much easier. They had great communication, reasonable prices, and answered every question with care—no question was ever too small. Farenga truly feels like a family business full of compassion and care. We will definitely recommend them.

  • Michelle Gould
    Oct 2025

    We are from the island of Cyprus. We are Greek Cypriots. Our 15 year old niece was battling a 2 year fight with Brain cancer. We brought her to NYC for treatment. Since it had progressed too far she sadly passed away. We were devastated—coupled by grief and confusion about how to get her body back to Cyprus in a timely fashion.
    Gus and John at Ferenga Funeral Home lead us along the way They told us exactly what needed to be done. They helped us with the choosing of the casket. Told us what they needed to fix Sofias body up. They arranged local and federal documents as well as international documentation regarding crating and transporting. They also arranged airline transportation back to Cyprus
    They were hasty and very professional. We spoke daily about the progress. They gave us a very good price. The process was completed. in less than a week when it should have easily taken two.
    The whole process was made so much easier than we could imagine.
    We are indebted to these very kind and compassionate people.
    Sincerely
    Michelle Gould.

  • Christos Ioannou
    Sep 2025

    Beyond the professionalism that one seeks by default, I found Farenga Home to have in addition to that other qualities, which I thought were long gone. I am talking about enormous compassion, empathy, understanding, excellent and immediate communication with the family, sincerity. In difficult situations that one can cope with great difficulty, it is a blessing to have a funeral home with such a unique package of qualities. Thank you Farenga home.

  • DENISE VIGO
    Sep 2025

    Farenga Bros is a great place to give your family members a final goodbye. They are very understanding and work with you to fulfill your wishes. I recently had to view two family members and a close friend. I have to say that each and everyone was special. My mother of 83 years looked amazing. She looked younger and beautiful. That final picture of her in my mind is filled with joy. I appreciate each and every member of the Farenga Bros Funeral home.

  • Pedro Gonzalez
    Aug 2025

    The words cannot describe how great full we are to the staff at Farenga Funeral Home. John was professional & caring at the same time. He answered our questions and helped us during our dark time. Every question answered & request met. Far beyond our needs & wants. Dimitrios final words at the funeral were heart felt & wonderful. I would recommend this place 100%.

  • Joe
    Mar 2025

    A very special thanks to Gus Antonopoulos and the entire team at Farenga Funeral Home. During an incredibly sad and stressful time for my family, the professionals at Farenga were there to guide our family and provide an exceptionally reverent and loving memorial service for my grandfather. We are all very grateful for the care and expertise that Gus and his associates exhibited.

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Farenga Funeral Home & Cremation Services

38-08 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria

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