Ralph Meyer & Deters Funeral Home

read moreOur sympathies go out to anyone who has the additional burden of grief and loss during this time, and we are here to guide each family with their particular needs on an individual basis. Our staff recognizes our responsibility to protect the health of those we are privileged to serve. We will continue to guide families, as we always have, in ways they can meaningfully and safely commemorate the life of their loved one, while adhering to the guidance issued by federal, state and local public health officials.

read moreWhen planning a service, you have many options available to you and we will do all that we can to provide a beautiful and respectful ceremony. No matter your choice, we can offer you a space to join with family and friends in grief, comfort and love. And above all, we will do our utmost to honor your loved one. We will be happy to go over all your options and answer any questions that you may have. A funeral service is a special time for family and friends to comfort one another, begin to find healing and celebrate a life well lived.

read moreAt Ralph Meyer & Deters Funeral Home, Inc., we take great pride in caring for our families, and will work tirelessly to provide you with a beautiful, lasting tribute to your loved one. In addition to the services we offer, you will receive an online memorial that you can share with family and friends. While honoring your loved one is our top priority, we also want to help you through this difficult time. We have a wide range of resources to support you not only today, but in the weeks and months to come.

read moreIn Ohio, at least 24 hours must elapse between the time of death and the time of the cremation, a Cremation Authorization form, the form legally authorizing the cremation must be obtained and a death certificate must be signed by the attending physician or Coroner. In most cases, it is your choice. It may depend on such factors as whether the family selected a service with a public viewing of the body, whether there is to be a funeral service, or whether there is refrigeration available. Embalming may also be necessary if the body is going to be transported by air or rail, or because of the length of time prior to the cremation.

read moreIn a profession such as funeral service, which requires experience and accessibility, you would believe that the family owned funeral home would be the enduring business model. Unfortunately, this is not the case. A wave of corporate ownership is sweeping through American funeral service. The corporate owned funeral home poses as a "Mom & Pop" operation, attempting to reap the goodwill developed over generations. More concerned with sales figures and volume targets, the corporate owned funeral home charges 30-40% more on average than its independently owned competition.

read moreThe overwhelming feelings of despair, disbelief, shock, and numbness caused by the passing of a loved one cannot be conveyed by mere words. Even when the death is expected, the pain that loss brings can still be devastating. In truth, no one is completely prepared for the death of someone close to their heart. During this difficult time, there are decisions to be made immediately, arrangements to be coordinated, and a lot of things to be considered for your loved one's final farewell. We understand how this may feel overwhelming, especially with the grief you're feeling over the loss.

read moreThe Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) furnishes upon request, at no charge to the applicant, a Government headstone or marker for the unmarked grave of any deceased eligible veteran in any cemetery around the world, regardless of their date of death. For eligible veterans that died on or after Nov. 1, 1990, VA may also provide a headstone or marker for graves that are already marked with a private headstone or marker. When the grave is already marked, applicants will have the option to apply for either a traditional headstone or marker, or a new device (available spring 2009).

read moreWhen someone you know passes away, your first instinct is to offer encouragement, help, and support to those affected - but you may not be sure what to say or do. It's okay to feel this way. Does it matter what I wear? Can I bring the children? What should I say to the family of the deceased? When should I visit? Ralph Meyer & Deters Funeral Home, Inc. offers guidance on the proper etiquette of visitations and funerals, so you'll feel more comfortable and prepared for attending services. It can be difficult to know what to say to the family of the deceased to express your sympathy.