Waite & Sons

Waite Funeral Homes, also known as Waite & Son Funeral Home, has been a pillar of compassion and support in Medina County, Ohio, since 1902. Founded by Herbert Waite, the business has remained family-owned and operated through five generations. Today, the leadership of Andrew and Christopher Waite continues the proud tradition of providing dignified and personalized funeral services. The Brunswick Chapel, located at 3300 Center Road, was established in 1994 on the site of the former Ulrich's Garden Center along Route 303, expanding the family's ability to serve the growing community alongside their original location in Medina. With a perfect 4.8-star rating on Google Maps and glowing reviews from families who have entrusted their loved ones to their care, Waite Funeral Homes is recognized for its unwavering integrity, professionalism, and genuine empathy. The funeral home offers a comprehensive range of services tailored to honor each unique life, including traditional funeral services, cremation services, and veterans services. They are proud to feature the only on-site crematory in Medina County, ensuring that families' loved ones remain in their care from beginning to end. This commitment to complete care provides peace of mind during a difficult time. Pre-planning services are also available, allowing individuals to make their wishes known and relieve their families of decision-making burdens during grief. Beyond arranging services, Waite Funeral Homes is deeply invested in supporting the bereaved through ongoing grief resources. They offer a free community grief support group that meets monthly, as well as a year-long program of weekly grief messages to provide strength and comfort. Their social media presence shares thoughtful content about the grieving process, emphasizing that healing is not linear and that continuing bonds with loved ones is healthy. The funeral home is also well-regarded for its accessibility, with wheelchair-accessible parking and entrance, and convenient on-site parking for visitors. The staff, including dedicated professionals like Adam, Dan, Jackie, and Barb, are frequently praised for their attentive, caring guidance. Whether helping a family plan a heartfelt service or simply offering a listening ear, the team at Waite Funeral Homes approaches each situation with the same core values of compassion, integrity, and respect that have defined the business for over a century. Trusted by generations of families, Waite Funeral Homes continues to be a source of strength and stability in the Brunswick and Medina communities.