Roeder Mortuaries

Our Family, Helping Yours

By Kate Beiting

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When you are faced with the decisions that surround funeral arrangements for a loved one, there are many issues to consider. All of us are aware that these services will be needed someday, but we may not realize how difficult this task may be, especially if we’ve never done it before. Funeral arrangements are among the most challenging tasks a family will face. The process is not only about organizing a ceremony but also about honoring the life of a loved one and provding closure. How do you find someone you can trust to help you through the process?

 

The word “trust” encompasses most everything that you need to know about Roeder Mortuaries. Families must trust that their loved one will be cared for with dignity and respect and that their wishes will be honored. Trust built through empathy, professionalism, communication, and a commitment to guiding families through each step of the process is at the core of Roeder Mortuaries. With three locations in Omaha, chances are good that there is a location close to you. 

 

Roeder Mortuaries is a family-owned, veteran-owned business. Their focus is on you during your time of need, and they ensure that every family receives personal attention and care. Brian and his team will guide you through the process, advise you when needed, and display the trust and compassion that Roeder Mortuaries is known for.

 

Roeder Mortuaries has been a staple in the Omaha community since 1912. Founded by Theodore Roeder, the business has continued through four generations. For over a century, Roeder Mortuaries has been an independent, family-operated service. Many funeral homes these days have transitioned to corporate ownership, but Roeder Mortuaries maintains a locally owned and hands-on approach. 

 

Today, Jon Roeder is retired, and fourth-generation Brian Roeder is now running the business, joining the firm after six years of service in the Navy. Brian credits his “servant heart” with calling him back to the family business, and he believes that his desire to care for people allows him to help families navigate the grieving process. The Roeders are committed to continuing what they call the Roeder Tradition of Caring.

 

Roeder Mortuaries offers a full range of services, including traditional funerals, graveside services, and cremation options. The core philosophy of Roeder Mortuaries is rooted in personal and compassionate care. A funeral home is a place of support during the most difficult of life transitions. The staff members at Roeder Mortuaries are dedicated to guiding families through planning the service, making arrangements, and thinking about every step of a final good-bye. They take care of the technical aspects of the funeral and also offer emotional support. 

 

There are many beautiful ways to say good-bye to a loved one who has died. A traditional funeral service memorializes the deceased with the body present. A memorial service takes place without the body present, and a graveside service is a simple service at the graveside of the deceased. Cremation is becoming more common. Some people opt out of a formal service and choose cremation with the ashes returned to the family. Every choice is personal and specific. At this time of need, there are many details in planning that are carefully navigated by the caring support staff at Roeder Mortuaries.

 

One of the services offered by Roeder Mortuaries is funeral pre-planning. While this topic can be a difficult one to discuss amongst family members, it gives everyone a voice and a chance to clarify memorial preferences. 

 

What are some of the advantages of pre-planning with a funeral professional? Pre-planning provides a comprehensive outline of your funeral wishes in advance. They have three pre-planning counselors that will discuss costs, burial options, and choices for services. This allows family members to contribute and be heard before the final, personal act of saying good-bye. You can identify pictures, story-sharing, music, hymns, poems, songs, or people that you want as pallbearers or assistants to your survivors. 

 

This personal planning can help avoid family disputes and emotional decision-making during a heightened state of grief. Mostly, it removes the burden of “what do we do” after the death of a loved one. This greatly reduces uncertainty, family conflict, tension, and strife. Pre-planning takes the burden off of family members, and it may be a prudent financial consideration, as services are aligned with today’s costs. The peace of mind from planning this event can be gratifying and appreciated. It is a final loving gesture that eases the burden of facing enormous grief and uncertainty.

 

Roeder Mortuaries has three locations, operating 24 hours a day, to assist families in the Omaha area. They are at 2727 North 108th Street (402-496-9000); 4932 Ames Avenue (402-453-5600); and 11710 Standing Stone in Gretna (402-332-0090). Learn more at roedermortuary.com.