O’Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Funeral Home

O’Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Funeral Home The O’Brien Funeral Home became a licensed funeral home in Grand Rapids in 1885

Do you have questions about funeral preplanning? Join us Thursday, May 7 for a light meal and to learn more about pre-ar...
04/30/2026

Do you have questions about funeral preplanning? Join us Thursday, May 7 for a light meal and to learn more about pre-arrangements, veteran benefits, cremation, burials, and more.

Planning for your final wishes may shield your family from unnecessary emotional and financial burden.

find more event details: https://bit.ly/4t9YFbd

Attempting to capture a lifetime in an obituary can be one of the most challenging parts of grief. Check our guide to wr...
04/29/2026

Attempting to capture a lifetime in an obituary can be one of the most challenging parts of grief. Check our guide to writing an obituary: https://bit.ly/3udurL2

Life can leave cracks in our hearts, but those cracks are where love, hope, and healing can enter. Even in loss, light c...
04/27/2026

Life can leave cracks in our hearts, but those cracks are where love, hope, and healing can enter. Even in loss, light can find its way in—and gently carry us forward.

Read our latest blog: https://bit.ly/4bMIydy

When you care about someone, it’s natural to want to help them feel their best. Your friends, family, coworkers, and oth...
04/24/2026

When you care about someone, it’s natural to want to help them feel their best. Your friends, family, coworkers, and other connections make up your support network. One simple act can help someone feel seen, heard, and loved.

Read our blog for meaningful ways to brighten your loved one’s day: https://bit.ly/3ZwQnyp

It’s not something most of us want to think about while traveling, but when a death occurs far from home, the logistics ...
04/22/2026

It’s not something most of us want to think about while traveling, but when a death occurs far from home, the logistics and costs of bringing a loved one back can be overwhelming.

Out-of-area protection helps ease that burden by covering transportation and coordinating the many details involved if a death happens while traveling away from home. It’s one small way families can plan ahead and protect the people they love.

Learn more here about Out of Area Protection: https://bit.ly/3XOYEfx

Writing can be a quiet companion in grief—a way to honor feelings, hold memories, and begin to heal. The Book, The Story...
04/20/2026

Writing can be a quiet companion in grief—a way to honor feelings, hold memories, and begin to heal. The Book, The Story You Need to Tell, offers guidance and inspiration for anyone looking to explore grief through words. Find where to buy: https://amzn.to/41PWWf2

Planting a tree can be a quiet, living tribute to someone you love—a reminder that their memory continues to grow, seaso...
04/18/2026

Planting a tree can be a quiet, living tribute to someone you love—a reminder that their memory continues to grow, season after season. Take today to celebrate life and growth, even in the midst of loss.

Grief comes in many forms, but there are a lot of misconceptions about how it ‘should’ look. Learn the truths behind com...
04/17/2026

Grief comes in many forms, but there are a lot of misconceptions about how it ‘should’ look. Learn the truths behind common myths about grief—and give yourself permission to grieve in your own way: https://bit.ly/47AuhOI

You a guest are invited to our FREE Peace of Mind Seminar!Join us Thursday, May 7 for a light meal and to learn more abo...
04/16/2026

You a guest are invited to our FREE Peace of Mind Seminar!

Join us Thursday, May 7 for a light meal and to learn more about pre-arrangements, veteran benefits, cremation, burials, and more. Planning for your final wishes may shield your family from unnecessary emotional and financial burden.

Event details:
Date: Thursday, May 7
Where: Lowell Area Chamber Of Commerce, 113 Riverwalk Plaza
Lowell, MI 49331
Time: There are two options for times: 11:30 a.m. or 5:30 p.m.

Space is limited, RSVP today at (616) 426-2981 or visit our event link: https://bit.ly/4t8K4wN

Learning that a loved one has received a diagnosis comes as a shock. Swift’s words serve as a reminder that even in diff...
04/15/2026

Learning that a loved one has received a diagnosis comes as a shock. Swift’s words serve as a reminder that even in difficult seasons, each day still holds value and opportunities—so take things one day at a time and be present.

While it may feel overwhelming, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/41cljU8

Helping children navigate grief can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. Our recommended books offer ...
04/13/2026

Helping children navigate grief can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. Our recommended books offer gentle stories and guidance to support kids through loss and help them feel seen and understood. Explore our booklist: https://bit.ly/4dYfhxR

Thinking ahead can bring peace of mind. Our preplanning resources guide you through important decisions, helping you and...
04/10/2026

Thinking ahead can bring peace of mind. Our preplanning resources guide you through important decisions, helping you and your loved ones feel prepared and supported when the time comes. Preplanning checklist:

- Personal information
- Final resting preferences
- Choosing a casket or urn
- Cemetery arrangements
- Type of service and location
- Music, readings, and tributes
- Visitation and reception plans
- Burial clothing and personal items
- Obituary details and announcements
- Financial plans and payment options
- Insurance and benefits information
- Legal documents and estate planning
- Family contacts and decision-makers
- Selecting a funeral provider

When you preplan, you can decide how detailed you’d like to be. Some people outline specific ceremony details or requests, while others focus on the essentials, such as burial preferences and legal information. No matter how much you choose to include, documenting your wishes will help reduce stress and uncertainty for your loved ones.

learn more: https://bit.ly/4lo0sqb

Address

3980 Cascade Road SE
Grand Rapids, MI
49546

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+16169497350

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