COVID-19
At Aaron-Ruben-Nelson Mortuary the community’s safety is of paramount concern. We will be following the guidelines set forth by the Government with regards to social gatherings.
At this time, funeral services will be limited to immediate family only. Some clergy have indicated they will officiate at graveside services only. We will update you with the current information we have at the arrangement conference, as this is a rapidly changing situation.
We offer streaming services, at no additional charge, so that all extended family, friends and colleagues may share in this special memorial of your loved one.
Services
When planning a service, you have many options available to you and we will do all that we can to provide a beautiful and respectful ceremony. No matter your choice, we can offer you a space to join with family and friends in grief, comfort and love. And above all, we will do our utmost to honor your loved one. We will be happy to go over all your options and answer any questions that you may have.
Funeral Services
Our experienced staff is dedicated to preserving the dignity and sanctity of the funeral. We will guide you through the process of making selections that fit your needs and budget. We serve all ethnic and religious groups.
At ARN, we offer Eco-friendly options. For those wishing to have a“greener”, more environmentally friendly, service we can lend our expertise to guide you in the correct direction. ARN is also equipped to provide cremation on-site.
Making the funeral service meaningful to you and your family is our top priority; we have the ability to produce a dvd tribute, enhance the service with favorite musical selections and display meaningful mementos and other items important to the family in our chapel.
A.R.N. Chapel Services
Conveniently located just north of I-465 at 11411 North Michigan Road, our 13,000-square-foot facility provides ample meeting space, and a beautiful chapel with abundant parking.
Our beautifully decorated chapel is able to seat over 200 people, with a separate family room for more privacy. The funeral chapel can be customized to your specifications. We have tables and chairs, easels, flower pedestals, a sound system with microphones, video equipment, and many other items to help make our chapel into your perfect venue. All these items are included when you use our facility and will be professionally arranged by our staff.
We respect all faiths and tirelessly work to accommodate the needs of your family. Your religious funeral practices will always be respected and welcomed by our caring staff.
Our parking lot has over 130 spaces, and we have secured over flow parking to accommodate even larger crowds.
A lounge equipped with refrigerator, microwave and coffee service is available for your family to use while visiting our Funeral Home.
Graveside Services
We make all of the arrangements with your selected cemetery for burials and graveside services. We have contacts with members of the clergy and can assist in providing an officiant if requested. Our staff will be with you as the services are conducted and during the burial. We can coordinate any service items such as tents and chairs, umbrellas, etc. dependent upon the time of year. We strive to make your experience as smooth as possible.
Jewish Services
We are equipped to adhere to all Jewish law, from the most Traditional Orthodox Jewish to the more contemporary ceremony.
Our experienced staff will guide you through making selections regarding Jewish burial customs. Our Chevra Kaddisha (Holy Society) provides Tahara (ritual purification). A shomar (watchman) is available upon request. We offer all necessary merchandise including a large selection of orthodox traditional all-wood caskets, tachrichim (burial shrouds), k’ria ribbons and shiva candles.
We can also assist even when a death occurs in a city where there is not a Jewish funeral home.
Want to know more about Jewish customs? Download these brochures for further information.
Offsite Services
In the event the funeral service is being held in an area synagogue or church, we will coordinate all aspects of the arrangements. We will work side-by-side with your religious facility to ensure a seamless service. Our knowledgeable staff can coordinate all aspects of the service, from finding appropriate vendors to delivering flowers to your home. We will work with you to make your service unique and meaningful.
Out of Town Transfers
We have extensive contacts with Funeral Homes and cemeteries throughout North America and abroad. Whether you need assistance shipping your loved one to a cemetery out of town, or require them to be brought back to Indiana, we can help with this process. Our experienced staff will guide you through these processes. We can make these complicated arrangements quickly and efficiently because we are well practices in these situations.
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