Schaefer-Busby Funeral Home Obituaries · Cincinnati, OH

Schaefer-Busby Funeral Home is part of Spring Grove, a Cincinnati institution established in 1845 and operating on National Historic Landmark grounds spanning over 700 acres. The organization has owned and operated its own on-site crematory for more than 50 years, with a witnessing room that allows families to be present throughout the process.

The funeral director team includes Senior Funeral Director Lacey V. Fox, CFSP, along with licensed directors and embalmers such as Denise Hammelrath, Yvonne Slonaker, and Kimberly Doxsey. Vice President Skip Phelps and Managing Funeral Director Don Kiffmeyer oversee funeral operations across the Spring Grove locations.

Families can choose from natural cremation placement settings including waterfall, lakeside, and woodland walkway areas on the grounds. Ongoing grief support is offered at no charge, including a Lantern Lighting Ceremony and monthly Grief to Peace gatherings, alongside pre-planning services for Cincinnati-area residents and families from nearby Blue Ash, Deer Park, and Forest Park.