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and shrubs skillfully and generously
abOuT us
placed around the building and
walks. In addition, seasonal flowers
At the turn of the century it was adorn the hallways.
moved by barge across the creek
to its current location. The living From the start the
room served two purposes: as a Overton Funeral
chapel and as a family retreat. The Home has been a
family, needless to say, became community leader.
quite skilled in furniture moving. Art “Doc” Overton
In 1953, reflecting growing service was a founding
to the community, the building was member of the
altered with living quarters being Islip Chamber of
moved to the second floor and Commerce in 1923. Art Overton
three permanent chapels being For years the Overton Funeral Home
established on the ground floor. has made donations to countless
Ten years later a wing was added, civic organizations and endeavors,
providing two additional large as well as provide a scholarship to a
chapels and office space.
graduating senior of Islip High School.
Now five chapels are available The Overton Family is personally
to serve the families of the South involved with various organizations
Shore of Long Island. The funeral and groups within the community,
home, characterized by its home- and the funeral home is a proud
like atmosphere, informal furniture sponsor of local programs and
arrangement, and tasteful lighting charities.
and decor, is also known widely for
the beauty of its grounds. Changes
in the seasons can be identified by
observing the profusion of flowers

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