Choosing a funeral home in the Greater Cincinnati area is not unlike selecting a funeral service elsewhere in the country. You will find a wide array of services, pricing, and reputation.

If you want to improve your chances of making the best decision when choosing a funeral home in the Greater Cincinnati, Ohio area, here are some key questions to ask.

What type of services do you provide?

You likely want a funeral home that offers a wide selection of services. Do they handle their own cremations? Do they offer green or environmentally friendly options? Do they provide traditional and religious services and celebrations of life?

Can you provide at least a base price list?

It is reasonable and prudent to know what you are spending when planning a funeral. What are their charges for embalming and body preparation? What are the charges for visitation hours and the range in casket pricing? What prices are optional?

What is your history in Cincinnati?

There is something to be said about organizations that have served our community for generations. Length of time in a community indicates loyalty and quality of service.

Do you offer multiple locations?

When a funeral home has multiple locations, it improves their ability to provide convenient services across our community. This can be particularly helpful for large families who are spread throughout the Cincinnati region.

What cost-conscious services do you offer?

When pricing is a concern, ask if cost-conscious options are available. These could include off-premises memorial services, direct cremation, and simple services.

Are you locally owned?

Locally owned and operated funeral homes often have a more vested interest in our city and have a lengthy reputation to preserve. More funeral homes are becoming a part of larger corporations with national or regional footprints. Some may feel they get a better, more personalized service from a locally-owned funeral home.

What other services are offered?

While most rely on a funeral home to take care of a deceased loved one and arrange for viewing and visitations, they are often relied upon for advice and guidance. They may be able to help with government and military benefits, secure death certificates, and assist with life insurance. They can help with preplanning and a myriad of other decisions.

They will often provide additional services like creating obituaries, video tributes, and more. Asking about these other services will often provide a good indication of how helpful a funeral home may be.

Choosing Fares J. Radel Funeral Homes and Crematory

Fares J. Radel has been serving families in the Cincinnati, OH area for over 125 years. We operate the only locally owned crematorium in the greater Cincinnati area. We offer multiple locations in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. We provide a wide range of customizable services. You will find us upfront about pricing.

If you have questions or are in search of a funeral home in Cincinnati, we encourage you to reach out to us. We look forward to becoming your funeral home of choice in the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky areas.