Anthony Funeral Homes & Crematory - Akron Chapel is a funeral home in Akron, Ohio. Serving families throughout Summit and Stark Counties, including Green, Stow, and Cuyahoga Falls, the firm provides personalized memorial services, cremation, and pre-planning assistance. Their offerings include traditional funeral services, visitations, graveside services, and the creation of tribute videos to honor the unique lives of the deceased.
The business has deep roots in the Akron community, tracing its history back to 1917 when A.J. Kucko founded Kucko Funeral Home. Over the decades, the firm has evolved through various ownership transitions, eventually being led by David Anthony. The staff is comprised of dedicated and licensed professionals, including funeral directors, embalmers, and cremationists, who are personally experienced in navigating the complexities of loss. In addition to immediate funeral needs, the firm provides grief support resources, such as a year of weekly grief messages, and assists families with the logistics of arranging services that respect all cultures, traditions, and faiths.
The funeral home is located on S Main St, near the intersection of East Waterloo Road and West Waterloo Road. It is situated about a mile from Firestone Stadium and a short drive from the Firestone Park neighborhood.
The firm is known for its commitment to honesty, compassion, and advocacy for the families it serves. With a legacy of service spanning over a century, the staff focuses on earning the trust of every family by providing gentle, personalized care during times of loss.
Anthony Funeral Homes & Crematory - Akron Chapel remains a dedicated provider of compassionate end-of-life services for the Akron community.