Johnson-Melick Moreland

Johnson-Melick-Moreland Funeral Home, located at 49 West Church Street in Centerburg, Ohio, is a cherished member of the Moreland family of funeral homes, a tradition of compassionate service that began in 1948. Founded by Kenneth Moreland with the support of his wife Dolores, the Moreland Funeral Home originally operated from their residence at 104 East College Avenue in uptown Westerville. In 1973, the family moved to a purpose-built facility at 55 East Schrock Road in Westerville, designed to provide comfort and accessibility with a one-floor layout, ample parking, two large chapels, and two lounges. The Johnson-Melick-Moreland location in Centerburg extends that same dedication to the Knox County community.

As a family-owned and operated business now in its third generation, the Moreland family has deep roots in central Ohio. Sons Jack and Robert joined the business in the 1960s after graduating from Otterbein College and the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science. Jack later served as president of the Ohio Funeral Directors Association (1991-1992). Today, Jack’s son Tim, a graduate of Ohio State University and the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science, continues the legacy. The family’s guiding philosophy, “Serving as we would be served,” underpins every interaction with the families they assist.

Johnson-Melick-Moreland Funeral Home offers a full range of dignified services tailored to honor each unique life. These include traditional funeral services, cremation options, memorial ceremonies, visitation, and graveside services. The staff handles all logistical details, including paperwork and coordination with cemeteries, clergy, and other vendors, allowing families to focus on remembrance and healing. Pre-planning services are also available, enabling individuals to document their wishes and lock in pricing, easing the burden on loved ones. Immediate-need arrangements are handled with urgency and compassion, often the same day.

The Centerburg facility features wheelchair-accessible entrances and parking lots, ensuring all guests can participate comfortably. On-site parking is provided. The funeral home serves not only Centerburg but also Westerville, New Albany, Galena, Columbus, and surrounding areas such as Cardington, Fredericktown, Gahanna, and Johnstown.

With a reputation built on integrity, community involvement, and a commitment to supporting churches, schools, and civic organizations, Johnson-Melick-Moreland Funeral Home stands as a trusted partner for families navigating loss. Their legacy of care, spanning over seven decades, continues to provide comfort and guidance to the central Ohio community.