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About Gerth Funeral Service

The Gerth family has been serving Northeast Missouri and Southeast Iowa since 1904, making this the oldest continuously owned family funeral home in Northeast Missouri. Founded by Fred Gerth and George Baskett, the business was built on a tradition of reliable service at accessible prices that the family continues today.

Now operating in Memphis, Gerth Funeral Service remains under the ownership and management of the Gerth family after more than a century of continuous operation.

The funeral home is at 115 S Main St in Memphis, MO 63555, within Scotland County.

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For arrangements after a death, you can call the funeral home at any stage. You don't need to have anything decided first.

Reach Gerth Funeral Service at (660) 465-8570 for availability and service times. Directions are at the top of this page.

Recent obituaries and death notices announced by Gerth Funeral Service are listed above. You can send sympathy flowers to the funeral home. This page also has guides for families on the paperwork and steps that often follow a death.

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Established 1904
Family owned

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gerth Funeral Service

What is the phone number for Gerth Funeral Service?

You can reach Gerth Funeral Service by calling (660) 465-8570.

Where is Gerth Funeral Service located?

Gerth Funeral Service is located at 115 S Main St Memphis, MO 63555.

How do I view obituaries from Gerth Funeral Service?

You can view recent obituaries from Gerth Funeral Service at the top of this page, in the Gerth Funeral Service Obituaries section. You can also visit their official website for more information.

Where are Gerth Funeral Service obituaries published?

Obituaries handled by Gerth Funeral Service in Memphis, MO are listed on this page. Use the search box in the obituaries section to find a specific name.

How do I find a recent obituary from Gerth Funeral Service?

Recent obituaries appear at the top of this page. You can search by the person's name, or browse the notices for Memphis, MO.

Can I send flowers to Gerth Funeral Service?

Yes, you can send sympathy flowers to Gerth Funeral Service through the Who Passed On flower delivery service available on this page.

How do I get directions to Gerth Funeral Service?

Click the "Get Directions" button above to open Google Maps navigation to 115 S Main St Memphis, MO 63555.

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National median: burial $8,300, cremation $6,280 (NFDA 2023). Always contact the funeral home directly to confirm current pricing.

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