History
In 2014, after almost 80 years, the Buckmiller's entrusted the funeral home to the Thurston & Mengacci Families. Jeffrey R. Thurston, a 28 year licensed funeral director and embalmer, son of the late Myrna (Long) and James F. Thurston, Jr., is a former longtime Naugatuck resident, who grew up working in the family oil and ice business, D. Thurston's and Sons. Jeff and his wife, Melissa, have owned and operated the Rowe Funeral Home in Litchfield since 2006 and are the proud parents of their daughter, Morgan. Melissa has transitioned to working in the Naugatuck office. She's honored to be serving the community where her husband grew up. James A. Mengacci, a licensed funeral director and embalmer for over 34 years, is a lifelong resident of Naugatuck and an active member of the local community. Son of Connie (Gallucci) Mengacci and the late Adam T. Mengacci, he is the proud father of James A. Jr., and Michael R. Mengacci. This transition back into town feels like coming home for Jim.
Specialties
We are committed to helping family's honor their loved ones, whether that is through traditional earth burials or cremation services. We also meet with family's to set up pre-arranged services and are a trusted monument dealer.