Richard A. Henry Funeral Home

Richard A. Henry Funeral Home & Cremation Services, located at 703 Capital Ave. SW in Battle Creek, Michigan, has been a cornerstone of compassionate care and professional funeral service for over six decades. Established in August 1963 by Richard and Shirley Henry in a modest English Tudor-style home, the funeral home has grown through numerous property acquisitions and expansions to become one of the most trusted names in the region. Following Richard Henry's passing in 2015, the business was purchased the next year by long-time employees Thomas C. Coleman and Joseph U. Stasa, ensuring the legacy of family-owned and operated service continues. Today, the funeral home remains a true family affair: Tom's wife, Paula, a third-generation funeral director, works alongside her cousin Denny Seivert, who manages pre-need planning, while Joe's son Joey, a recent graduate of Worsham College of Mortuary Science, serves as a licensed funeral director. The dedicated staff includes Mike Hookway, who has maintained the building and grounds for over 35 years, and office manager Patti Otis Lietz, with more than 23 years of experience. This deep-rooted connection to the community is a hallmark of the firm.

The funeral home offers a full range of services, including traditional burial and cremation options, personalized ceremonies, and meaningful memorial gatherings. Its well-appointed facility features two spacious chapels, tastefully decorated family rooms, and unique spaces like the Reflections Garden—an atrium converted into a serene area for families and friends—and a rose garden adjacent to the main entrance. The Old English Tudor building, with entrances from both Capital Avenue SW and Grand Boulevard, has undergone continuous renovations to enhance comfort and convenience. Beyond ceremonies, the funeral home provides grief support resources, pre-planning assistance, and an online obituary platform with email subscription alerts. With a stellar 4.9-star rating from over 118 reviews and recognized for wheelchair accessibility and on-site parking, Richard A. Henry Funeral Home & Cremation Services remains dedicated to serving Battle Creek and surrounding communities with empathy, professionalism, and a commitment to honoring each life uniquely. As their motto states, 'Here When You Need Us Most.'