Business Details
50 Years
experience
Your Trusted Funeral Services in Syracuse, IN
Eastlund Funeral Home has been serving families in Northern Indiana with compassion and dedication since 1976. Our family-owned business, led by Dave Colquitt and Sheryl Eastlund Colquitt, combines decades of experience with personalized care to honor the lives of loved ones. We offer a full range of services, including traditional funerals, cremation options, and pre-planning counseling to alleviate emotional and financial burdens.Our newly renovated 8,000-square-foot facility provides a welcoming space for families, featuring a comfortable lounge, memorial DVD capabilities, and handicap accessibility. With roots in the community dating back to 1985, we continue the legacy of Gary Eastlund and Charlie Harris by prioritizing dignity, respect, and tailored support for every family we serve.
Services
Traditional Funerals
Cremation Services
Pre-Planning Counseling
Veterans Honors
Graveside Services
Memorial Services
Monument Sales
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We are family-owned and operated since 1976 with deep community roots.
- Our personalized services honor individual lives through memorabilia and memorial DVDs.
- Pre-planning counseling helps families secure costs and reduce future burdens.
- 45 years of combined experience from our licensed funeral directors and staff.
- Handicap-accessible facility designed for comfort and family gatherings.
Services
Traditional Funerals
Our traditional services include embalming, casket and vault selection, calling hours, and ceremonies at your chosen location. We provide floral arrangements, memorial cards, and DVD tributes to personalize the experience while offering professional guidance throughout the process.
Cremation Services
We offer direct cremation and customized cremation services with visitation options. Families can create personalized memorials using photographs, memorabilia, and DVD tributes to honor their loved ones' unique lives.
Pre-Planning Counseling
Our pre-planning services help families document wishes and secure costs in advance. This process reduces emotional and financial burdens while ensuring your preferences are preserved in our permanent records.
Veterans Honors
We assist families in securing military benefits and creating personalized tributes for veterans. Our services include flag presentations, military honors coordination, and recognition of service members' contributions to the country.
Memorial Services
Memorial services at our chapel or chosen locations allow families to celebrate lives with personalized elements. We support creating unique tributes through memorabilia, photographs, and DVD presentations tailored to individual stories.
People
Dave Colquitt
Funeral Director
Licensed funeral director since 1995, Dave Colquitt brings over 25 years of experience serving Kosciusko County families with compassion and professionalism.
Sheryl Eastlund Colquitt
Co-Owner
Sheryl Eastlund Colquitt contributes family legacy and local knowledge to operations, drawing from her upbringing in North Webster's funeral service tradition.
Gary Eastlund
Retired Funeral Director
With nearly 45 years of experience, Gary Eastlund established the family's community-focused approach before retiring in 2001.
Questions
What types of funeral services do you offer?
We provide traditional funerals, cremation services, graveside ceremonies, and memorial services tailored to family preferences.
Can I pre-plan a funeral service?
Yes, we offer pre-planning counseling to help secure costs and document your wishes in advance.
Do you assist with veterans' funeral honors?
Yes, we help families understand military benefits and provide personalized veteran recognition services.
Is your facility accessible for all visitors?
Our newly renovated facility is fully handicap accessible with amenities for family comfort.
How can I view recent obituaries?
Recent obituaries are available on our website under the 'Obituaries' section.
