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Your Trusted Funeral Service Provider in Akron, OH
Since 1875, The Billow Funeral Homes & Crematory Funeral Homes & Crematory has provided burial services, cremation services, funeral services, and memorial services to families in Summit County. As a sixth-generation family-owned and operated business, we are the oldest firm in Summit County, regardless of industry. Our commitment to honoring every life with dignity and respect spans six generations, and we maintain an unwavering dedication to providing compassionate healing experiences for the families we serve. Founded by Civil War veteran Captain George Billow Funeral Homes & Crematory Funeral Homes & Crematory, our firm has pioneered industry standards, including establishing Akron's first funeral home and introducing the region's first ambulance service in partnership with Akron City Hospital.We own and operate our crematory, ensuring your loved one never leaves our care. Our funeral directors rely on our rich history and personal experience to help families tailor services, and we hold memberships in prestigious organizations like Selected Independent Funeral Homes (SIFH) and the Green Burial Council. With locations in Fairlawn and Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, we are committed to serving our local community with the highest levels of service and integrity.
Services
Burial Services
Cremation Services
Green Burial Services
Veterans Services
Funeral Services
Horse Drawn Coaches
Merchandise Sales
Pre-Planning Services
Grief Support
Cremation Memorialization
Highlights and features
- Family-owned and operated for six generations since 1875
- We own and operate our on-site crematory for complete care
- Certified green burial services approved by the Green Burial Council
- Specialized veterans services with VA benefit assistance
- Personalized funeral planning with tribute videos and keepsakes
Associations and certifications
- Green Burial Council
What people say
Compassionate staff
Personalized services
Professional assistance
Honored our loved one
Peace of mind
Services
Cremation Services
Our cremation services provide families with multiple memorialization options while maintaining complete care through our on-site crematory. We offer full-service funerals, private memorials, and permanent resting place solutions. Our certified professionals ensure environmentally safe processes with strict adherence to ethical standards.
Green Burial Services
Approved by the Green Burial Council, our eco-friendly burials use biodegradable containers without toxic embalming chemicals. We partner with Foxfield Preserve to offer conservation-focused burial grounds that protect natural resources while honoring loved ones.
Veterans Services
We specialize in VA benefit coordination, including flag presentations, military funeral honors, and headstone applications. Our staff assists with paperwork for burial allowances and ensures dignified services for veterans and their families.
Funeral Services
From traditional ceremonies to celebration-of-life events, we create personalized services incorporating cultural customs, music, tribute videos, and unique keepsakes. Our directors focus on meaningful details that reflect the deceased's personality.
Pre-Planning Services
Our pre-planning tools allow individuals to document preferences through online forms and checklists. This proactive approach reduces family stress while ensuring wishes are honored with clear instructions and resource guidance.
Questions
What sets your funeral home apart from others?
We are a sixth-generation family-owned business with on-site crematory services and exclusive partnerships for personalized memorial products.
Do you offer eco-friendly burial options?
Yes, we provide Green Burial Council-certified services using biodegradable materials at approved conservation burial grounds.
How do you assist veterans' families?
We help complete VA benefit applications, coordinate military honors, and provide specialized memorialization options for veterans.
Can I personalize funeral services?
Absolutely. We incorporate tribute videos, keepsakes, cultural traditions, and unique themes to reflect the individual's life.
What pre-planning options exist?
We offer online pre-planning forms, checklists, and consultations to document your preferences for future reference.
Reviews (4)
Hope Rice
Nov 27, 2021
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I am beyond grateful to Billow Funeral Home and Crematory for the care, support, and attention to detail that they provided my sister and her family. We lost my 8-year-old nephew in a house fire and Billows step up and took care of my sister, her ex-husband, and family. If you are in need of funeral services I highly recommend Billows. Thank you
Alicia Carr
Jan 11, 2019
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Can not say enough good things about Chip, Nathanael, Stacy and their entire team of caregivers! They listen intently to what each family wants for their loved one...and work diligently to ensure every detail is attended to so we can all have the lasting memories we need to manage our own grief. Highly recommend!!
Seema Bee
Dec 05, 2018
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My father passed away a few weeks ago and Nathanael and the whole Billow's staff were so compassionate and warm. They are true professionals and treated us with kindness and respect. There are a lot of logistics to consider when a loved one dies, but Billow's made the process smooth so we had one less thing to worry about. I recommend Billow's very highly.
Jeannie Kalos
Nov 15, 2018
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My dear husband passed away February 8, 2016, we knew it was going to happen and had arrangements prearranged with Billow, but I was still a raw, fresh, grieving, 46 year old widow....the people I dealt with at Billow were so compassionate and understanding, I will never forget them for how they took care of me. Thank you so much Billow Family
