Machnowski Funeral Home

Machnowski Funeral Home, also known as Machnowski-Schick Funeral Home, is a family-owned and independent funeral home located at 472 Ashley Boulevard in New Bedford, Massachusetts. For over two decades, this establishment has been a trusted pillar in the local community, providing compassionate and personalized funeral services to families during their most difficult times. Owner and funeral director Richard Machnowski leads the business with a deep commitment to professional, individual service and the belief that his time should always be dedicated to the families he serves. Unlike large corporate funeral chains, Machnowski Funeral Home prides itself on offering meaningful consultation and personal attention, ensuring that every family receives the care and respect they deserve.

The funeral home offers a comprehensive range of services to meet diverse needs. These include traditional burial services and cremation services, both of which can be tailored to reflect the unique life and memory of a loved one. Pre-planning services are also available, allowing individuals to make arrangements in advance and relieve their families of future burdens. Machnowski Funeral Home provides specific resources for veterans, including assistance with headstones, burial flags, and an overview of veterans’ benefits. Additionally, the funeral home offers grief support resources, social security benefits information, and answers to frequently asked questions to help families navigate the many aspects of loss and planning.

The facility itself is accessible and welcoming, featuring a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking lot, as well as on-site parking for guests. The funeral home's website also hosts recent obituaries and provides a platform for sending flowers, sharing testimonials, and contacting the staff 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Testimonials from families they have served are highly valued, and the business encourages feedback to continually improve their service.

Machnowski Funeral Home stands as a beacon of stability and warmth in the New Bedford community. With a strong emphasis on integrity and compassion, Richard Machnowski and his team strive to create a meaningful ceremony—whether simple or elaborate, traditional or unique—that honors the life of the deceased and provides comfort to the bereaved. The business remains dedicated to serving local families with the highest standards of professionalism and care, making it a trusted choice for funeral and cremation needs in the area.