Meredith Funeral Home, P.C.

Meridith Funeral Home, P.C. is a deeply rooted, family-owned funeral home that has served the communities of southern Illinois with unwavering compassion and professionalism since the 1870s. With locations in Highland, Lebanon, Pocahontas, Albion, Allendale, West Salem, and Cisne, the funeral home is built on a legacy of dedicated service passed down through generations of funeral directors. The Lebanon location, situated at 317 West St. Louis Street, occupies a historic building originally constructed in the 1840s as the Herminia Hotel. Over the decades, the property served as the medical practice of Dr. O.B. Winkler before being purchased by the Meyer family in 1942, who transformed it into a funeral home and their family residence. The Meyer family provided three generations of care—starting with John Meyer, followed by his son Othmar, and later his son Bob—until James W. Meridith acquired the business in October 1990. Today, the funeral home is operated by his son, James L. Meridith, who continues the tradition of treating every family as part of their own. The building retains its Victorian-era charm and is located in Lebanon’s historic district, offering a warm and dignified setting for services. Meridith Funeral Home provides a full range of funeral products and services, including traditional burial services, cremation options, and pre-planning resources. The staff is available 24/7 to offer guidance and support at the time of need, and they also provide a year-long grief support program to help families navigate the months following a loss. Accessibility is ensured with a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking. While the Lebanon location is currently listed as temporarily closed, the funeral home remains a trusted pillar of the community, committed to honoring lives with respect, personalization, and heartfelt care. Their philosophy is simple: “We believe everyone is a part of our family, and we treat them as such.” This enduring commitment to service and tradition makes Meridith Funeral Home a cherished resource for families during life’s most difficult moments.