General Info

Founded in 1908 by Charles Verheyden, the firm was set up in a home on Field Avenue in Detroit, which mostly served as an office and a place to keep equipment. In those days, almost all funerals were held in the home of the deceased. This arrangement lasted only a couple of years, because during Mr. Verheydens apprenticeship, which he served at the prominent Frank E. Campbell Funeral Parlor in New York City, he could see customs changing. In 1910, he built one of the first funeral homes in Detroit at 7330 Mack Avenue, near East Grand Boulevard. This building served the firm for 30 years. In 1941, ground was again broken, this time the firm was moving to the present Grosse Pointe location, again due to Mr. Verheydens foresight to recognize the trends and needs of his clients. He offers Burial Choices, Cremation Choices, Church Funeral Plan, Video Tribute and Veteran Benefits.