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Dieterle Memorial Home & Cremation Ceremonies in Montgomery, IL provides cemetery, burial services, funeral home, veteran, memorialization, cremation and life celebration services. Call us 24/7.
Our experienced staff is committed to this vision and passionate about making your time with us as memorable and uplifting as possible. We bring together decades of experience caring for families of all cultural backgrounds and diverse walks of life. We pledge to treat you and your loved ones just like family, and we guarantee to offer services that meet all of your specifications while exceeding all of your expectations. Licensed staff members are available around the clock, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to discuss your needs. Whether you are doing pre-planning or need to hold a service soon, we are ready to answer our phone and offer you warm, friendly, and empathetic service. Learn more about our funeral services.
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- On-site parkingAvailable
- Wheelchair accessible entranceAvailable
- Wheelchair accessible restroomNot available
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Dieterle Memorial Home & Cremation Ceremonies
1120 South Broadway, Montgomery, IL
60538, United States
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What are people saying?
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Compassionate Care
Customers consistently praised the staff for their kindness, empathy, and support during difficult times, highlighting their genuine concern for families.
Professionalism
The staff was noted for their professionalism and attention to detail, ensuring that all arrangements were handled smoothly and respectfully.
Follow-Up Support
Many reviews mentioned the staff's efforts to check in on families after services, demonstrating ongoing care and support.
Positive Experience
Overall, customers expressed high satisfaction with their experiences, often recommending Dieterle for their compassionate and efficient service.
- KCKatherine Caldwell2 days ago5.0Becky and her team are amazing! They were very understanding of such a devastating situation that can be so unexpected. Accommodated me with all my needs. The staff couldn’t have made it a better experience for me and my family. I am super grateful for all the services they provided. I couldn’t recommend them more!
- JRJanet Rivera5 days ago5.0I recently lost my mother and even though I knew it was coming you will never be prepared. I am devastated but I was able to give my mom a proper final tribute with the help of everyone at Dieterle. I would like to especially thank Roy. He was kind and assured me that he would help me every step of the way. I couldn’t have gotten through this step in my life without your help. You all are truly special.
- CDCorina DuranDec 23, 20255.0Roy and his staff were amazing throughout the hardest time in my family’s life and mine. They made sure everything ran smoothly from beginning to end. Even after everything was over they still reach out to make sure we are okay and asking if we need anything. I will never forget how amazing they were. They have a special place in my heart ❤️
- AAAlicia C (Aly)Dec 23, 20255.0very nice & empathetic people.
- DRDiana RodriguezDec 18, 20255.0Our family is once again deeply thankful for the compassion and care shown to us by the Dieterle Funeral Home. From the moment we arrived, we were treated with kindness and respect. Becky and the staff guided us through every step, answered our questions patiently, and helped us honor our dad in a meaningful and dignified way. We are very grateful for their kindness and professionalism.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dieterle Memorial Home & Cremation Ceremonies
Why have a public viewing?
Viewing is a part of many cultural and ethnic traditions. Many grief specialists believe that viewing aids the grief process by helping the bereaved recognize the reality of death. Viewing is encouraged for children, as long as the process is explained and the activity is voluntary.
What is the purpose of embalming?
Embalming sanitizes and preserves the body. Embalming makes it possible to lengthen the time between death and the final disposition, allowing family members time to arrange and participate in the type of service most comforting to them.
Does a dead body have to be embalmed, according to law?
The Federal Trade Commission says, "Except in certain special cases, embalming is not required by law. Embalming may be necessary, however, if you select certain funeral arrangements, such as a funeral with viewing. If you do not want embalming, you usually have the right to choose an arrangement that does not require you to pay for it, such as direct cremation or immediate burial."
Why are funerals so expensive?
When compared to other major life events like births and weddings, funerals are not expensive. A wedding costs at least three times as much; but because it is a happy event, wedding costs are rarely criticized. A funeral home is a 24-hour, labor-intensive business, with extensive facilities (viewing rooms, chapels, limousines, hearses, etc.), these expenses must be factored into the cost of a funeral.
Additionally, the cost of a funeral includes not only merchandise, like caskets, but the services of a funeral director in making arrangements; filing appropriate forms; dealing with doctors, ministers, florists, newspapers and others; and seeing to all the necessary details.
Do I have to make different funeral arrangements if I choose cremation?
It really depends entirely on how you wish to commemorate a life. One of the advantages of cremation is that it provides you with increased flexibility when you make your funeral and cemetery arrangements. You might, for example, choose to have a funeral service before the cremation; a memorial service at the time of cremation or after the cremation with the urn present; or a committal service at the final disposition of cremated remains. Funeral or memorial services can be held in a place of worship, a funeral home or in a crematory chapel.
What can be done with the cremated remains?
With cremation, your options are numerous. The cremains can be interred in a cemetery plot, i.e., earth burial, retained by a family member, usually in an urn, scattered on private property, or at a place that was significant to the deceased. (It would always be advisable to check for local regulations regarding scattering in a public place-your funeral director can help you with this.)
Today, there are many different types of memorial options from which to choose. Memorialization is a time-honored tradition that has been practiced for centuries. A memorial serves as a tribute to a life lived and provides a focal point for remembrance, as well as a record for future generations. The type of memorial you choose is a personal decision.
What is memorialization for a cremation?
You might choose ground burial of the urn. If so, you may usually choose either a bronze memorial or monument. Cremation niches in columbariums are also available at many cemeteries. They offer the beauty of a mausoleum setting with the benefits of above ground placement of remains. Many cemeteries also offer scattering gardens. This area of a cemetery offers the peacefulness of a serene garden where family and friends can come and reflect.
Can we scatter the cremated remains?
If you wish to have your ashes scattered somewhere, it is important to discuss your wishes to be scattered ahead of time with the person or persons who will actually have to do the cremation ashes scattering ceremony, as they might want to let your funeral professional assist in the scattering ceremony. Funeral directors can also be very helpful in creating a meaningful and personal ash scattering ceremony that they will customize to fit your families specific desires. The services can be as formal or informal as you like. Scattering services can also be public or private. Again, it is advisable to check for local regulations regarding scattering in a public place-your funeral director can help you with this.
Why is having a public viewing important?
Viewing is part of many cultural traditions and can aid the grief process by helping the bereaved recognize the reality of death. It is also encouraged for children if explained properly and voluntary.
What is the purpose of embalming?
Embalming sanitizes and preserves the body, enabling a longer time between death and final disposition to allow family members to arrange and participate in comforting services.
Is embalming legally required?
Embalming is not required by law except in certain cases, such as when a funeral with viewing is chosen. Otherwise, arrangements like direct cremation or immediate burial can be selected without embalming.
Why are funerals at Dieterle Memorial Home & Cremation Ceremonies often costly?
Funerals involve extensive 24-hour services, facilities like chapels and hearses, and coordinating various arrangements, which all contribute to costs. Compared to other major life events, funerals are reasonably priced.
Do funeral arrangements change if I choose cremation?
Cremation offers flexibility. Services can be before cremation, during, or after with urn present, and can be at a place of worship, funeral home, or crematory chapel.
What options exist for cremated remains?
Cremains can be buried in a cemetery, kept in an urn by family, scattered on private or significant property (checking regulations), or memorialized with various personalized options.
What memorialization options are available for cremation?
Options include ground burial with bronze memorials, cremation niches in columbariums, and scattering gardens within cemeteries for peaceful remembrance.
Can cremated remains be scattered?
Yes, ashes can be scattered privately or publicly, but local regulations should be verified. Funeral directors can assist in creating meaningful scattering ceremonies customized to family wishes.
What are nearby places that might be relevant before or after visiting Dieterle Memorial Home & Cremation Ceremonies?
Nearby places include Riverside Cemetery for burial services, Montgomery Park for quiet reflection, and New Life Community Church for spiritual support. These locations can complement your visit here.
How can nearby locations assist in planning funeral or memorial services?
Places like Riverside Cemetery offer burial services close by, while local churches such as Newlife Community Church provide venues for services. After arrangements, visitors might enjoy peaceful walks on the Fox River Bike Trail.
Are there convenient amenities near Dieterle Memorial Home & Cremation Ceremonies for visitors?
Yes, visitors can find amenities such as Calla Lily Salon and Spa for personal care, Pig Dog Pub and Calla Lily Victorian Tea Room for dining, and Wolsfelt's Victorian Bridal for clothing needs nearby.