Business Details
46 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Funeral Services in Central Lake, MI
Mortensen Funeral Homes has been a family-owned and operated business since 1980, dedicated to providing compassionate care and community support during times of loss. With locations in Central Lake, Bellaire, Mancelona, Charlevoix, and Ellsworth, we offer personalized funeral and cremation services tailored to meet the unique needs of each family. Our team of experienced professionals is committed to easing the burden of grief through meaningful tributes, pre-planning options, and veteran-specific services.We prioritize accessibility, offering 24/7 support and a comprehensive online resource for obituaries, arrangements, and grief counseling. Our expansion over the decades reflects our mission to serve local communities with the same dedication and integrity that have defined our family since our founding.
Services
Traditional Services
Cremation Services
Personalization
Veteran Services
Pre-Planning
Grief Support
Online Arrangements
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We offer family-owned expertise since 1980 with personalized service options.
- Our multiple locations ensure accessible support across northern Michigan communities.
- We provide 24/7 immediate assistance during times of need.
- Our team specializes in veteran-specific benefits and memorial honors.
- We offer innovative personalization options for meaningful tributes.
What people say
Compassionate care
Personalized attention
24/7 availability
Veteran expertise
Meaningful tributes
Services
Traditional Services
We offer traditional burial services with customizable visitation, funeral ceremonies, and graveside committal options. Our chapels feature live music capabilities and webcasting for remote participation. Families receive guidance on casket selection, obituary preparation, and memorial keepsakes.
Cremation Services
Our cremation services include full funeral ceremonies followed by cremation, memorial services, or private disposition. We provide urn selection assistance and permanent resting place options at our Chestnut Street Crematory in Central Lake.
Veteran Services
We specialize in veteran benefits coordination, including VA burial allowances, headstone applications, and military funeral honors. Our team assists with flag presentations, Taps playing, and eligibility documentation for national cemetery interments.
Personalization
We create personalized tributes through photo displays, tribute videos, music selections, and themed memorials. Our staff helps families incorporate personal artifacts, readings, and unique service elements to reflect individual life stories.
Pre-Planning
Our pre-planning services allow individuals to document preferences for future services. We offer checklists, online preparation forms, and consultation to reduce future burdens on families while ensuring personal wishes are honored.
People
Gary F. Mortensen
Founder
Graduated from Minnesota State University in 1978 and established the Central Lake funeral home in 1980. Served as community volunteer and funeral service leader for over four decades.
Ron Mortensen
Owner
Joined the family business in 1997 after graduating from Worsham College. Expanded services through acquisitions in Mancelona, Charlevoix, and Ellsworth while maintaining community involvement.
Jaynee Poel
Office Manager
Manages Charlevoix operations after graduating from Worsham College in 2018. Oversees administrative functions while maintaining family tradition of personalized service.
Questions
What funeral service options do you offer?
We provide traditional burial services, cremation options, and personalized memorial ceremonies with customizable elements to honor individual preferences.
Do you specialize in veteran funeral services?
Yes, we offer specialized veteran services including military honors coordination, VA benefit applications, and eligibility documentation for national cemetery interments.
Can I pre-plan funeral arrangements?
Yes, we offer pre-planning services with checklists, online forms, and consultations to document your preferences for future arrangements.
Are your services available after hours?
Yes, we provide 24/7 support for immediate needs and can be reached at (231) 544-3600 at any time.
How can I personalize a service?
We offer tribute videos, photo displays, music selections, and themed memorials to create personalized tributes reflecting the individual's life story.
Reviews (1)
Steve B.
Nov 21, 2021
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Isaac was most professional, kind, efficient and caring. All needs were handled promptly with no pressure or surprises. Thank you!
