Ratterman Brothers Funeral Home

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Ratterman Brothers Funeral Home

We are a locally family owned and operated funeral home. We have been faithfully serving needs of Louisville area families since 1864. In 1938 John B. Matthews.

We have two conveniently located locations for your families needs. Serving Families since 1864 and in St. Matthews for over 70 years. Ratterman decides to open a second funeral home in Louisville's emerging east end community of St. He ask two sons, Carl and John Jr. to operate the new facility and it opened in 1939. This new business grew along with St. Matthews and Carl and John added on and remodeled the original building several times over the years. Now under the direction of Carl's sons and grandsons, Ratterman Bros. has just completed its latest update to make the spacious surroundings even more comfortable for the families it serves. The Ratterman family, now in its fifth generation of service, has taken care of thousands of families with compassionate care for nearly 150 years The Rattermans know that families need to have confidence in experienced professionals in a comfortable and dignified settings at this most difficult time. The newly decorated Lexington Road home now offers spacious and elegant visitation rooms for their families.The Rattermans serve families of all faiths and provide a full range of funeral services from cremation with ceremony to
the more traditional funeral and pre-need arrangements.

10/28/2025

To those who answer the call — we thank you. 🚓🚒🚑
Today we honor the first responders who run toward danger when others turn away — firefighters, law enforcement officers, EMTs, and all who serve with courage and compassion.

Your selflessness keeps our community safe and strong.
💙 Join us in showing gratitude — tag or mention a first responder you’d like to thank today.

10/27/2025

Honoring those who serve with strength, courage, and commitment. ⚓ Today we salute the men and women of the United States Navy — those who stand watch, serve with pride, and protect our freedoms at sea and at home.

Your dedication and sacrifice inspire us all.

💙 If you have a family member or friend who has served in the Navy, take a moment to honor them in the comments below.

10/24/2025

The best time to plan is before the need arises.
Planning ahead isn’t about rushing decisions — it’s about giving yourself and your family peace of mind when it matters most. 💡

Our caring team can help you outline every detail, so your wishes are known, and your loved ones are protected.

💬 What’s one thing you’d want your family to know about your wishes for the future?
📞 Start the conversation today — we’ll guide you every step of the way.

10/23/2025

Here for families. Here for our community.
When you walk through our doors, you’re not meeting strangers — you’re greeted by neighbors who care deeply about serving this community with compassion and respect. 🌿

Our commitment goes beyond the service; it’s about relationships built on trust and understanding.

💬 What do you value most about a locally owned funeral home?

10/21/2025

Planning ahead brings comfort, not concern.
Making decisions now means your loved ones won’t have to later — and that’s a gift of peace they’ll never forget. 🌿
Our caring team will guide you every step of the way, helping you make choices that feel right for you and your family.

What helps you feel most at peace when planning for the future?

📞 Schedule your planning appointment today — we’re here to make it simple and meaningful.

10/20/2025

⏰ A little planning today brings a lot of peace tomorrow.
Prearranging your funeral isn’t just about making decisions — it’s about protecting the ones you love from the stress of guessing your wishes later.

💬 Have you started the conversation yet?
It’s easier — and more meaningful — than most people realize.

10/18/2025

🎀 Supporting the fighters. Admiring the survivors. Honoring the taken.
This October, we stand together in strength, remembrance, and hope — because no one fights alone. 💗

💬 Tag a survivor, fighter, or loved one you’re remembering today and let’s fill this post with love and encouragement.

10/17/2025

Prearranging your funeral might sound uncomfortable — until you realize how much peace it brings. Most families say the same thing once it’s done: “That was easier than I expected.”

💭 If you’ve ever thought about planning ahead, what’s holding you back?
Our caring team can help you take that first step — simply and stress-free.

10/15/2025

🕯 October 15 – Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day
Today, we pause to remember the little ones gone too soon and the families whose hearts carry their love every day. 💗

No words can ease that kind of pain, but lighting a candle or sharing a memory can help remind others they’re not alone.

💬 If you feel comfortable, share the name or memory of a little one you’re remembering today. Their light continues to shine.

10/14/2025

🍂 Seasons change — and so do our plans.
October is the perfect reminder that time moves quickly, and the best gift you can give your family is peace of mind for tomorrow.

💬 What’s one thing you’ve done recently to make life easier for your loved ones?
Share below — you might inspire someone else to start planning ahead.

10/13/2025

🎀 October 13 — Breast Cancer Awareness Day 🎀
Together we fight. Together we remember. 💗
Today we honor the fighters, celebrate the survivors, and remember the lives taken far too soon.

💬 Comment a 💖 or a name below to show your love and support for those touched by breast cancer.
Let’s fill this space with strength, hope, and awareness. 🌸

10/12/2025

🙏 Faith in action. Love in service.
Today we honor the pastors, ministers, and clergy who pour their hearts into serving others — guiding us through joy and sorrow with steadfast grace.

💬 Tag your pastor or minister and share a word of thanks for their care and compassion.

Address

3711 Lexington Road
Louisville, KY
40207

Telephone

+15028933644

Website

http://www.rattermanbrothers.com/

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