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Trusted Funeral & Cremation Services in Cincinnati
Fares J. Radel Funeral Homes & Crematory has served families since 1878, rooted in a legacy of compassionate care and personalized service. Founded by John J. Radel, the business evolved from a small frame structure to a state-of-the-art facility in Cincinnati, Ohio, with additional locations in Newport and Cold Spring, Kentucky. Our commitment to honoring lives through meaningful ceremonies is reflected in our comprehensive offerings, including traditional funerals, cremation services, veteran honors, and pet cremation.We prioritize family-centered planning, offering 24/7 support and guidance through pre-arrangements, benefit navigation, and grief resources. Our facilities blend elegance with comfort, designed to host intimate gatherings or large memorials. With decades of experience, we ensure every service reflects the unique story of the life being celebrated, combining tradition with modern innovation to meet diverse cultural and personal needs.
Services
Funeral Services
Cremation Services
Veteran Funeral Services
Pet Cremation
Funeral Pre-Planning
Grief Support
Obituaries
Banquet Facilities
Benefit Guidance
Home Visitations
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1878 with deep community roots.
- 24/7 professional staff available for immediate assistance.
- Personalized services reflecting individual traditions and budgets.
- Only private crematory in Greater Cincinnati ensuring authenticity.
- Expert guidance on veteran benefits and Medicaid planning.
What people say
Personalized service
Professional staff
Stress-free arrangements
Beautiful facilities
Gentle guidance
Services
Funeral Services
Traditional and customized funeral arrangements with burial options. Our staff guides families through every detail, from venue selection to obituary preparation. Services include visitations, graveside ceremonies, and memorial events tailored to cultural or personal preferences. We handle all logistics, ensuring a seamless experience during difficult times.
Cremation Services
Sacred cremation services with personalized memorialization choices. Includes private crematory access, video tributes, and urn selection. We guarantee return of authentic remains and offer consultation on final disposition options. Services accommodate religious traditions or secular preferences with dignity and care.
Veteran Funeral Services
Specialized services for veterans including flag presentation, Taps performance, and burial benefit coordination. We assist with VA paperwork and national cemetery arrangements. Services honor military service through formal ceremonies and personalized tributes reflecting the veteran's legacy.
Pet Cremation Services
Compassionate pet cremation with memorial options. Includes uniformed transport, return of remains in decorative containers, and visitation arrangements. Three package tiers offer varying urn styles and keepsakes, ensuring pets receive the same respectful care as human family members.
Funeral Pre-Planning
Comprehensive pre-planning consultations to document final wishes. Includes checklist completion, cemetery property guidance, and payment planning. Services ensure personal preferences are honored while relieving family decision-making burdens during grief. We provide detailed records and Medicaid-compliant financial planning.
People
Fares J. Radel
CEO
Third-generation funeral director leading the family business since its 1980s expansion. Oversees operations across three locations while maintaining hands-on client interaction.
Mickey Radel
President
Second-generation leader with 30+ years experience in funeral service innovation. Focuses on facility modernization and staff training programs to maintain service excellence.
Questions
Can I personalize a funeral service?
Yes, we offer customized services incorporating personal memorabilia, music, and location choices to reflect the individual's life story.
Do you handle out-of-state arrangements?
We coordinate domestic and international transportation logistics for loved ones, ensuring seamless repatriation processes.
What veteran benefits do you assist with?
We help obtain VA burial benefits, military honors ceremonies, and national cemetery placements while explaining eligibility requirements.
Are home visitations available?
Yes, our staff conducts in-home arrangements at no extra charge, including paperwork completion and service planning.
How does pre-planning work?
Our coordinators guide you through documenting wishes, selecting services, and exploring payment options to ensure your preferences are honored.
What pet cremation options exist?
Three package tiers offer varying memorial keepsakes, with remains returned in 7 days and visitation arrangements available upon request.
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Reviews (4)
Sue Nevels
May 03, 2020
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Thank you for being there for me and my family.micky you are amazing and are wonderful at what you do.we cant thank enough for everthing.
Tyler Cullum
Dec 18, 2019
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My friends Father had passed and he took him to Fares J. Radel. Mickey and Chip were excellent, extremely caring and fair. Will always reccomend this home. Thanks for taking care of Richard.
C. Robert Hetterick
Nov 23, 2019
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Radel Funeral Home has handled the arrangements for two of my family members in the past. Most recently, Sam and Mickey were our points of contact in finalizing the arrangements for a close family member who had pre-planned their funeral with Radel many years ago. They were extremely helpful and professional as we worked through the final details. Making funeral arrangements is never an easy task, but Sam in particular was so helpful to us in that process, especially by him having an extensive list of contacts on which to draw as we were getting individuals to fulfill specific roles in connection
Terry Cronkhite
Jun 24, 2018
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Most helpful, concerned, interested ... assisted with information gathering, participation in cremation experience and memorial service at the Kellogg Ave lication.
