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A community staple for over 100 years, Gehlbach & Royse Funeral Home offers compassionate care, honoring traditions and supporting families as they celebrate legacies.

10/17/2026

What should you do if a loved one dies while traveling or living away from home?

Your first call can still be to the funeral home you trust. We can communicate with the appropriate authorities and funeral professionals in the other location, coordinate the necessary arrangements, and help bring your loved one home.

Families do not have to navigate multiple funeral homes or understand every requirement on their own. One phone call allows us to begin guiding you through each step.

Wherever a death occurs, compassionate and experienced help is available.

10/15/2026

Important Notice: Corydon Location Closure

Due to the Glasstoberfest festivities in downtown Corydon, our Corydon location will be closed Friday, October 16, through Sunday, October 18. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, October 19.

Please be advised that our funeral home and parking lot will not be accessible at any time throughout the weekend due to the event.

We do not have any funeral services or visitations scheduled at our Corydon location during this time.

As always, we remain available by phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, should you need our assistance.

📞 812-738-4131

We appreciate your understanding and wish everyone attending Glasstoberfest a safe and enjoyable weekend!

10/14/2026

Many of the most important parts of funeral service happen quietly and behind the scenes.

From preparing the funeral home and arranging personal keepsakes to coordinating with churches, cemeteries, florists, and other community partners, every detail receives careful attention.

Families should have the freedom to be present with one another without carrying the weight of every arrangement. It is our privilege to care for those details and help each service come together with dignity, compassion, and respect.

10/12/2026

An obituary is more than an announcement. It is a lasting record of a life.

It introduces future generations to the people who came before them and preserves the names, relationships, accomplishments, interests, and qualities that made someone special.

The most meaningful obituaries often include the small details: a favorite pastime, years of service to a church or community, a familiar saying, or the way someone made others feel.

Every life has a story worth preserving, and it is our privilege to help families tell that story with care.

10/10/2026

On World Mental Health Day, we are reminded that emotional well-being deserves the same care and attention as physical health.

Grief can affect sleep, concentration, relationships, appetite, and everyday routines. Asking for help is not a sign of weakness. Whether support comes from family, friends, a faith community, a grief-support group, or a mental-health professional, no one should feel that they must carry every burden alone.

Please check on the people you love—and remember to care for yourself, too.

10/07/2026

Preplanning is not about expecting the worst. It is about making thoughtful decisions while you have the time and clarity to make them.

Recording your wishes can spare your family from having to make difficult choices during an emotional time. It also gives you the opportunity to ask questions, understand your options, and decide what is most meaningful to you.

A conversation about the future can become a lasting gift of peace for the people you love.

10/04/2026

A meaningful funeral service should reflect the life that was lived.

Favorite music, family photographs, treasured belongings, meaningful hobbies, and personal stories can all help create a service that feels sincere and unique. These details give family and friends opportunities to remember, share, and celebrate what made their loved one special.

No two lives are exactly alike—and no two goodbyes have to be, either.

10/01/2026

October brings changing leaves, cooler days, and reminders that every season of life carries both beauty and change.

For those who are grieving, a new season can also awaken memories and emotions that seemed quiet for a time. Be patient with yourself. Grief has no timetable, and it does not always follow a predictable path.

As we begin this new month, may we remember to extend a little extra kindness—to others and to ourselves. 🍂

Why does visitation still matter?A visitation provides more than an opportunity to pay respects. It creates a place for ...
09/29/2026

Why does visitation still matter?

A visitation provides more than an opportunity to pay respects. It creates a place for family members, friends, neighbors, coworkers, and community members to gather, share memories, offer comfort, and remind a grieving family that they are not alone.

Not everyone knows exactly what to say—and that is okay. Often, simply being present, offering a hug, or sharing a treasured memory can provide more comfort than words ever could.

Every family grieves differently, and there is no single right way to say goodbye. For many, however, gathering together is an important first step toward healing.

September 25 is Give Like Dolly Day—a day devoted to honoring the remarkable life and generous spirit of Dolly Parton.Do...
09/25/2026

September 25 is Give Like Dolly Day—a day devoted to honoring the remarkable life and generous spirit of Dolly Parton.

Dolly will always be remembered for her music, but her legacy reaches far beyond the stage. Through her kindness, her faith, her love for others, and programs such as the Imagination Library, she brought hope and joy to millions of people. Our own community even had the privilege of welcoming Dolly to Corydon during her extraordinary life.

Her passing has also reminded us that grief is not limited to those we knew personally. A beloved public figure can become part of the soundtrack of our lives—present during celebrations, difficult seasons, family traditions, and treasured memories. When that person dies, the sadness we feel is genuine and deserves to be acknowledged.

Today, we remember Dolly not only for the entertainer she was, but for the goodness she shared with the world. May her example encourage each of us to give generously, dream boldly, and leave a little more kindness behind.

To learn more about Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, enroll a child, or support its mission, please visit:
https://imaginationlibrary.com/

Rest peacefully, Dolly. Your music, compassion, and light will continue to live on. 🦋

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318 East Chestnut Street
Corydon, IN
47112

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

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+18127384131

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