Corleto-Latina Funeral Home

Corleto-Latina Funeral Home, located at 808 North Union Street in Wilmington, Delaware, has been a cornerstone of compassionate funeral service since 1946. Founded with a commitment to honoring lives with dignity and respect, this family-owned and operated funeral home has served generations of families in the Wilmington community and beyond. With a stellar 4.7-star rating from families they have assisted, Corleto-Latina is known for its personalized care, professional guidance, and unwavering support during life’s most difficult moments.

The funeral home is proudly owned and operated by Anthony Latina, Senior Director, and Salvatore A. Latina, Director, who personally greet and care for every family they serve. This hands-on approach ensures that each arrangement is handled with the utmost attention to detail and heartfelt compassion. The original facility, which opened its doors in 1946, has been lovingly maintained to preserve its old-world charm and character, offering a warm and comforting atmosphere for visitations and services.

Complementing the original location is the state-of-the-art Corleto-Latina Family Center, a modern 125-seat facility designed to accommodate funeral services, viewings, civic activities, meetings, exhibits, benefits, seminars, and more. The Family Center features elegant lounges, a welcoming foyer, and a mezzanine, providing ample space for families and friends to gather, reflect, and celebrate a life well lived. Virtual tours are available to give families a realistic look at the facilities from the comfort of their own homes.

Corleto-Latina offers a comprehensive range of services to meet every need and budget. Traditional funeral services, cremation services, and immediate arrangements are available, with a focus on creating meaningful and personalized tributes. They also provide innovative options such as micro-funerals—consolidated and affordable services that maintain the same professional care. For those seeking pre-planning, the funeral home offers pre-arrangement consultations and a prepayment plan, allowing individuals to make informed decisions and ease the burden on loved ones. Their general price list is readily available, reflecting transparency and respect for families’ financial considerations.

In addition to these core services, Corleto-Latina is deeply committed to supporting veterans and their families, offering guidance on veterans’ burial benefits, headstones, and burial flags. They also provide grief support resources, helpful articles on coping with loss, and a library of educational materials on topics such as children and grief, emotional overspending, and how to select a funeral home. The funeral home’s website features recent obituaries, an email notification list, and the ability to send flowers, making it easy for the community to stay connected and offer condolences.

Families consistently praise Corleto-Latina for their empathy, professionalism, and genuine care. One testimonial highlights how the staff made an unbearable loss bearable, ensuring a loved one looked peaceful and at peace. This dedication to serving with heart and integrity has made Corleto-Latina Funeral Home a trusted name in funeral service for over seven decades.