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Dwayne R. Spence Funeral Home in Pickerington, OH provides funeral home, burial, 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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- Onsite servicesAvailable
- Free parking garageNot available
- Free parking lotAvailable
- Free street parkingNot available
Location
Dwayne R. Spence Funeral Home - Pickerington
550 Hill Road North, Pickerington, OH
43147, United States
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- KGKaren Gerardi2 days ago5.0The staff at Spence is so kind. I worked specifically with Hailee on an order placed with Glass Remembrance. She was very helpful and kept me informed with the updates she was receiving. I appreciate their caring and willingness to help my family. We will be ordering a second piece soon. Thank you all.
- DADebbie AndersonNov 16, 20255.0This was the 3rd time I’ve used Dwayne Spence Funeral Home for a dog cremation., the staff is always empathetic, thoughtful and professional during my time of grief.
- AYAlthea YoungNov 7, 20255.0I have used this service several times for my beloved pets. The employees are very understanding and compassionate. They returned my pets within a week and I know they regarded them like their own. They understand the grief that pet owners go through when loosing a pet and I find them to be very helpful. Thank you so much for your kindness.
- BOBarbie O'TooleOct 11, 20255.0Everyone was so helpful and compassionate during a difficult time for our family.
- SFSteve FanninOct 10, 20255.0They were very caring and fulfilled my wife’s final wishes
Frequently Asked Questions About Dwayne R. Spence Funeral Home - Pickerington
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.
If I am cremated, can I be buried with my spouse even if he or she was in a casket?
Yes — Depending upon the cemetery's policy, you may be able to save a grave space by having the cremains buried on top of the casketed remains of your spouse, or utilize the space provided next to him/her. Many cemeteries allow for multiple cremated remains to be interred in a single grave space.
What services does Dwayne R. Spence Funeral Home - Pickerington provide?
They offer funeral home, burial, veteran, memorialization, cremation, and life celebration services with 24/7 licensed staff available.
Are cremation arrangements at Dwayne R. Spence Funeral Home different from traditional funerals?
Cremation offers increased flexibility; you may have a funeral service before, a memorial service during or after cremation, or a committal service at final disposition, with services held in various locations.
Can cremated remains be buried with a spouse at the funeral home’s cemetery?
Yes, depending on cemetery policy, cremated remains can be buried on top of or next to a spouse’s casketed remains, and multiple cremains can be interred in a single grave space.
What are some memorialization options for cremated remains?
Options include ground burial with bronze memorials or monuments, cremation niches in columbariums, and scattering gardens offering peaceful spaces for reflection.
Can the cremated ashes be scattered publicly?
Yes, but it is important to discuss your wishes with your funeral director and check local regulations for scattering in public places; services can be customized from formal to informal.
What are the payment options available at Dwayne R. Spence Funeral Home - Pickerington?
They accept American Express, Cash, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa for their services and products.
Is Dwayne R. Spence Funeral Home - Pickerington accessible for individuals with disabilities?
The funeral home has wheelchair accessible entrances and seating, onsite parking that is free, but restroom accessibility varies and no unisex or accessible restrooms are available.
What nearby places can customers visit before or after services at the funeral home?
Customers can visit nearby places such as Dairy Queen for refreshments, Cross Church and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish for worship, and Paint And Escape for entertainment.
How can nearby establishments like Marcoin Business Services and Heartland Bank assist customers of the funeral home?
Marcoin Business Services provides financial and professional services, while Heartland Bank offers banking and ATM services, helping customers manage financial matters during planning.
Are there nearby amenities for beauty and wellness close to the funeral home?
Yes, nearby beauty and wellness options include Avon Store in Pickerington for cosmetics, Allure Grand Salon & Lofts and Styles II Envy by Carey J for salon services, and Complexions Skincare & Beauty Bar for spa treatments.