About George Darte Funeral Home & Cremation Centre
Since 1911, George Darte Funeral Home & Cremation Centre has been a pillar of care and support in St. Catharines. As an independent, family-owned funeral home, we are committed to providing compassionate, personalized, and professional services to every family we serve. We offer 50% more value at the same price as our competitors because we believe that saying goodbye should be about dignity, not financial stress.
At George Darte, we go beyond traditional funeral services. Through our Darte Wellness Centre, we provide a variety of unique grief support initiatives to ensure that families have access to meaningful resources throughout their journey. Our team, including life appreciation-trained Funeral Event Planners, ensures that each service is as unique as the life it celebrates.
Over 100 Years of History & Commitment
Our Legacy
- Founded in 1911: Our roots trace back to John J. Patterson, George Darte’s great-grandfather, who established our funeral home.
- Nationally Recognized: By 1972, our reputation for excellence earned us a feature on the cover of Canada’s National Funeral Service Publication. The article highlighted the Darte family’s commitment to compassionate and professional services in Southern Ontario.
Today, we remain steadfast in upholding our founding values:
- Expert Care: Our dedicated team ensures every detail is attended to with integrity and professionalism.
- Heartfelt Leadership: Under the guidance of owner George Darte, we prioritize personal connections and genuine compassion.
Proudly independent and family-owned since 1911, we continue to serve our community with unwavering dedication.
Giving Back to Our Community
Community is at the heart of everything we do. We don’t just serve families in times of loss—we walk alongside them in healing and support. Through our Therapy Tails Program, Children’s Grief Support Room, and various outreach initiatives, we provide comfort beyond the funeral service itself.
Our team is actively involved in local partnerships, supporting charities, community programs, and grief wellness services. Giving back is not just an initiative for us—it is a core part of our mission.
A Funeral Home That Puts Families First
When you choose George Darte Funeral Home, you are choosing more than a funeral provider—you are choosing a trusted partner in care, comfort, and remembrance. Whether you need immediate assistance or are pre-planning for the future, we are here for you every step of the way.
Lean on us for the George Darte Difference.
