Thomas B. Dobies Funeral Home, Congress St. Chapel is a funeral home in Holiday, FL, serving families with compassionate, personalized services including burial, cremation, pre-arrangements, and obituary assistance. Located at 6616 Congress Street in New Port Richey, the chapel is part of a network of five locally owned locations across the region, providing support to communities in Holiday, New Port Richey, Tarpon Springs, Hudson, and Seven Springs. The business has been serving the area since 1979, founded by Thomas B. Dobies, a lifelong resident of Tarpon Springs who began his career as a funeral director and embalmer in 1975. The New Port Richey Congress Street Chapel, established in 1995, is one of several locations operated by Tom, who continues to lead the business with a commitment to dignity and care.
The funeral home was established by Thomas B. Dobies, who was born and raised in Tarpon Springs and opened his first location in Holiday in 1979. Over the years, he expanded his services, opening additional chapels in New Port Richey, Tarpon Springs, Hudson, and Seven Springs. In recognition of the growing need for cremation services, he established a crematory in Hudson in 1998 and later began construction on an expanded facility in 2020. The business also offers pet loss services through “Pets at Peace,” a tribute to his beloved dog Lucy, providing cremation and grief support for families who have lost companion animals.
With a 4.10 rating from 24 reviews, the business is known for its consistent, compassionate care and long-standing presence in the community. Thomas B. Dobies Funeral Home, Congress St. Chapel stands as a trusted, family-owned provider in the region, offering dependable support during life’s most difficult moments.