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Your Trusted Partner for Compassionate Funeral Services
Gilligan Funeral Homes has served families in the Cincinnati area for over 145 years, beginning in 1877. Our legacy spans six generations, rooted in a tradition of compassionate care and meticulous attention to detail. We specialize in creating personalized funeral and cremation services tailored to each family's unique needs. Our experienced team provides guidance through every step of the process, ensuring dignity and respect for your loved one. With two conveniently located facilities, we offer a wide range of services including traditional funerals, memorial ceremonies, and cremation options.Our commitment to excellence extends to our extensive selection of caskets, urns, and personalization options. We pride ourselves on being available 24/7 to assist with immediate needs while providing ongoing grief support resources. Our staff's expertise in veterans' services and pre-arrangement planning ensures comprehensive care for all families. Through our dedication to innovation and tradition, we continue to honor lives and support communities across Greater Cincinnati.
Services
Funeral Packages
Cremation Services
Pre-arrangement Planning
Veterans' Services
Grief Support Programs
Highlights and features
- Six generations of funeral service experience since 1877
- Personalized services tailored to individual family needs
- 24/7 availability for immediate assistance and support
- Two conveniently located Cincinnati facilities with ample parking
- Specialized veterans' service coordination and benefits assistance
What people say
Caring staff
Efficient service
Personalized options
24/7 availability
Veterans' expertise
Services
Traditional Funerals
Our traditional funeral services include visitation, viewing, and burial arrangements with personalized elements. We coordinate all aspects from embalming to cemetery details while providing grief counseling. Families receive comprehensive support with death certificates, permits, and third-party coordination for church or cemetery services.
Cremation Services
We offer direct cremation and memorial services with cremation, including transportation and documentation. Our packages include cremation containers, remains receptacles, and memorial planning. Families receive online obituary creation and electronic message capabilities for virtual condolences.
Pre-arrangements
Our pre-arrangement service allows individuals to document their final wishes. We guide clients through service selections, documentation, and optional pre-payment. This proactive approach ensures personal preferences are honored while alleviating decision-making burdens for surviving family members.
Veterans Services
We specialize in coordinating veterans' benefits including burial flags, military honors, and VA reimbursements. Our staff assists with documentation requirements and ensures proper military protocol during ceremonies at our facilities or national cemeteries.
Grief Support
Our grief support program provides daily email messages for one year following loss. We connect families with local support groups and maintain resources for navigating Social Security benefits and estate-related paperwork during the mourning period.
People
Peter J. Gilligan Sr.
Fifth Generation Funeral Director
Peter J. Gilligan Sr. leads the family business with over four decades of funeral service experience. He maintains the tradition of compassionate care while modernizing facilities and expanding service options.
Peter J. Gilligan Jr.
Next Generation Director
Peter J. Gilligan Jr. represents the sixth generation actively involved in operations. He focuses on digital service innovations while maintaining hands-on involvement in daily arrangements.
Questions
What types of funeral services do you offer?
We provide traditional funerals, cremation services, memorial ceremonies, and customized arrangements to meet individual preferences.
Can I pre-plan a funeral service?
Yes, we offer comprehensive pre-arrangement planning to ensure your wishes are documented and减轻 future burdens.
Do you offer veterans' funeral benefits assistance?
We specialize in coordinating military honors, burial flags, and VA benefits for veteran families.
Are grief support resources available?
We provide daily grief messages for a year and connect families with local support groups.
What areas do you serve?
Primarily Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, and Southwest Ohio with 24/7 transportation services.
