Moreland Funeral Home

Moreland Funeral Home, located at 55 East Schrock Road in Westerville, Ohio, has been a pillar of the central Ohio community since its founding in 1948 by Kenneth Moreland and his wife Dolores. Originally operating from their home at 104 East College Avenue in uptown Westerville, the funeral home moved to its current single-story, step-free facility in January 1973—a building designed specifically to serve families with comfort and accessibility. Today, it remains a family-owned and operated business now led by the third generation of the Moreland family, carrying forward a legacy of compassionate care and professional service under the guiding motto: 'Serving as we would be served.'

The Moreland family’s dedication to funeral service is deep-rooted. Kenneth and Dolores’s sons, Jack and Robert, joined the business in the 1960s after completing their education at Otterbein College and the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science. Robert later passed away in 2016, but Jack became a respected leader in the industry, serving as president of the Ohio Funeral Directors Association from 1991 to 1992. Jack’s son, Tim, brought the third generation into the fold in 1996, following similar educational training and ensuring the family’s commitment to personalized care endures. The Morelands have also been active community supporters, contributing to churches, schools, civic associations, and numerous local projects throughout the years.

Moreland Funeral Home offers a comprehensive range of services designed to honor each life uniquely. Families can choose from traditional funeral services, cremation services, memorial ceremonies, and graveside services—all tailored to reflect personal beliefs, traditions, and preferences. The staff works closely with each family to coordinate logistics, paperwork, and liaison with cemeteries, clergy, and other vendors. For those planning ahead, the funeral home provides pre-planning consultations, allowing individuals to document their wishes and lock in pricing to ease future burdens on loved ones. Immediate-need arrangements are handled with urgency and compassion, often on the same day.

The primary location on East Schrock Road in Westerville features two large chapels, two lounges, ample on-site parking, and is fully wheelchair accessible. In addition, the family operates a second location—Johnson-Melick-Moreland Funeral Home at 49 West Church Street in Centerburg, Ohio—extending its service reach to neighboring communities including Galena, New Albany, and Columbus. Both locations are staffed by experienced, caring professionals who understand the importance of honoring a life well-lived.

Moreland Funeral Home is open weekdays from 9 AM to 5 PM, and families may contact the staff anytime at (614) 882-2197 for immediate assistance, service planning, or to schedule a pre-planning appointment. With a strong foundation built on family tradition, community involvement, and genuine compassion, Moreland Funeral Home continues to serve families with dignity and respect during their most difficult moments.