Schoen Funeral Home & Monuments

07/30/2026

A monument is more than stone—it is a lasting tribute to a life that will never be forgotten.

Choosing a memorial can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re honoring a loved one who has recently passed or replacing or adding to an existing family monument, we’re here to guide you through every step with compassion and care.

From traditional upright monuments to flat markers, custom engravings, and personalized designs, we’ll help you create a memorial that reflects a unique life and preserves a legacy for generations to come.

Schoen Funeral Home and Monuments
Honoring lives. Preserving memories. Serving our community.

07/27/2026

Thank You for Trusting Us

Serving our community is more than our profession—it’s our calling.

Every family who walks through our doors is treated with compassion, dignity, and the personal attention they deserve. We understand that saying goodbye is never easy, and it is an honor to walk alongside families during some of life’s most difficult moments.

To everyone who has placed their trust in Schoen Funeral Home and Monuments, thank you. Your support of our locally owned funeral home allows us to continue caring for our neighbors with the respect and dedication they deserve.

We are grateful to be part of this community and are committed to serving it with compassion for generations to come.

It is our privilege to serve your family.

07/22/2026

Funeral preplanning isn’t just for seniors. Planning ahead can relieve your loved ones of difficult decisions during one of the hardest times of their lives.

It allows your wishes to be known and can provide peace of mind for everyone involved.

If you’ve ever wondered how preplanning works, we’re happy to answer your questions—without any pressure.

07/20/2026

When families need us most, they deserve compassionate care from people they know and trust. At Schoen Funeral Home & Monuments, we are honored to serve our community with dignity, compassion, and personalized care. Being locally owned means every family matters to us—not just today, but for generations to come.

07/16/2026

Whether you’re planning ahead or honoring the memory of someone you love, we’re here to help you create a beautiful, personalized monument that will stand the test of time.

At Schoen Funeral Home and Monuments, we’re honored to help families preserve memories with craftsmanship, compassion, and care. Contact us to learn more about our monument options - 785-738-2235.

07/12/2026

https://www.schoenfhm.com/obituaries/gwenda-smith

View Gwenda Jean Smith's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

07/11/2026

https://www.schoenfhm.com/obituaries/rebecca-reno

View Rebecca Reno's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

07/04/2026

God bless America! Reflecting on this 250-year celebration, may hope and unity influence the years to come. 🇺🇸❤️✝️🕊️

07/01/2026

View Theresa Ann Adamson's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

06/27/2026

When people think about supporting local businesses, they often think of restaurants, retail stores, or service providers. Rarely do they consider their local funeral home. Yet local funeral homes are an essential part of every community, providing compassionate care during life’s most difficult moments.

Many people do not think about funeral services until they are faced with the loss of a loved one. By then, the choices they make can have lasting effects—not only for their family but also for the future of their communities funeral home.

Small-town funeral homes depend on the support of the communities they serve in order to remain operational. The funeral directors and staff are often neighbors, friends, and familiar faces who have cared for generations of local families. They provide a level of personal attention, compassion, and commitment that is difficult to replicate in a larger corporate setting.

While choosing an out-of-town provider may sometimes appear to offer short-term financial savings, the lowest cost does not always provide the greatest value—especially when it comes to honoring the life of someone you love. Families should consider whether they want their loved one cared for as an individual with dignity and personal attention, or as part of a high-volume operation.

Many large funeral providers operate on a much greater scale, processing a significant number of services each day. In contrast, independent local funeral homes build their reputation on personal relationships and individualized care. Every family they serve matters, and every life is honored with the respect it deserves.

Each time a family chooses to take its funeral business outside the community, it becomes more difficult for local funeral homes to survive. If this trend continues, many small towns could one day find themselves without a locally owned funeral home, leaving families with no choice but to rely on large, corporate providers.

Supporting your local funeral home is about more than supporting a business. It is about preserving a vital community service, ensuring that future generations have access to compassionate, personalized care when they need it most.

The decisions we make today will determine whether that local care remains available tomorrow.