Gering Memorial Chapel

Gering Memorial Chapel, located at 1755 11th Street in Gering, Nebraska, has been a cornerstone of compassionate funeral and cremation care for over a century. Founded in 1914 by Edward and Otto Prohs as part of a combined hardware, plumbing, furniture, and undertaking business, the chapel has evolved through a rich history of dedicated family ownership. Rosella Boley purchased the funeral home in 1944 and built the current facility at the corner of 11th and R streets in 1947. After subsequent ownership by C. Stewart and Ruth Dennis, the chapel merged with Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel in 1970. In 2014, Rick Allnutt and Susan Hughes acquired the operation, bringing it under the respected Allnutt Funeral Service family, which joined the Dignity Memorial network in 2017.

As the only funeral home in this close-knit Panhandle community of approximately 8,500 residents, the staff treats every family with the warmth and respect of extended family. The traditional chapel features wooden pews seating up to 125 guests, and a reception room accommodates up to 25 for gatherings before or after services. They offer flexible arrangements including traditional burial services, cremation with viewing, memorial services, and fully personalized celebrations of life. For cremation, the team partners with their sister location, Dugan-Kramer Funeral Home & Crematory in Scottsbluff, which operates a private crematory - ensuring your loved one never leaves their care.

The team prides itself on going above and beyond, from offering rides in a snowstorm to accommodating extra moments with your loved one. They design services that celebrate individuality, incorporating personal touches such as outdoor ceremonies with local musicians, dove releases, or trail ride scattering. The facility is wheelchair accessible with free on-site parking.

Prepaid funeral plans are available with up to 10% savings and include lifetime flexibility and relocation protection within the Dignity Memorial network. They also offer a 100% service guarantee and 24/7 availability. Payment options include prepayment plans and financial assistance through CareCredit. Gering Memorial Chapel has earned outstanding community ratings of 4.8 stars on Google and maintains a perfect 5.0-star rating on their website, reflecting their unwavering commitment to dignity, compassion, and meticulous attention to detail in serving families during their most difficult moments.