In 1928, George A. Benta recognized a need in the Harlem Community and in a small way, tried to fulfill it. Although he was hampered in many ways because of economic circumstances, he possessed a strong respect and sense of brotherhood for the members of his community.

Always motivated by this respect and brotherhood, he committed himself to conduct his business with a quality of service which would be unrivaled.
Together with his wife, Helena M Benta, a licensed funeral director, who died in 1951, Mr. Benta led the Benta Funeral Home through 38 years of continuous growth, until his death in 1966.

Continuing the tradition of quality service, dignity and respect, the business moved to its present location in 1965 to provide the facilities necessary for the growing community. George B Benta, son of the founder, is now the president of the corporation. The building is especially designed to satisfy the ever-growing demands of the metropolitan community. Our services are non-sectarian. The large chapel seats 300 people, while the smaller chapel seats 200. The entire funeral home has been designed to provide the utmost in privacy, with a calm, but softly cheerful décor.