02/17/2026
Reflections and Creech’s Lakeland Announce Planned Vermilion Transition
Owners of Reflections Funeral & Cremation Services, Candice and Josh Anderson, along with Alva and Harry Creech of Creech’s Lakeland Funeral Home (Vermilion), would like to share
that we have entered into an agreement for a planned transition of Creech’s Lakeland Funeral Home’s Vermilion location, with an anticipated closing date of Monday, March 2, 2026.
This transaction is subject to the satisfaction or waiver of conditions and has not yet closed. Until closing occurs, ownership and operational control remain with Alva and Harry Creech.
For many years, Alva and Harry have served Vermilion and the surrounding communities with steady care, deep professionalism, and genuine compassion. Their work has mattered to
countless families, and it is a true honour for Reflections to be trusted with carrying that legacy forward.
As Alva and Harry move toward retirement, we want to sincerely thank them. Not only for what they’ve built, but for the care they have shown families for decades, and for the respectful way
they have approached this transition.
We also want to reassure families that all pre-arranged (pre-need) funeral contracts remain valid and secure. Following closing, these contracts will be transferred to Reflections Funeral &
Cremation Services. Each existing pre-need contract remains valid and binding, and all funds and contractual obligations are secure and unaffected by the change in ownership. No action is required from families at this time. A small number of individuals may receive a separate letter
after closing as part of the standard transfer process. If this applies to you, you will be contacted directly.
We also understand how important records and history are to families. Following closing, Reflections will receive and protect the historical service records, files, obituary archives, and electronic records associated with Creech’s Lakeland Funeral Home (Vermilion) and related service areas. The obituary history currently available through the Creech’s Lakeland website will also be transitioned as part of the process. As these records and systems are transferred securely, we appreciate the community’s patience while this process is completed. We will share updates as needed.
During the transition period, all services will continue to be provided from Reflections’ current Vermilion location at 4902B – 50 Avenue, Vermilion.
We look forward to transitioning services into the Creech’s Lakeland facility at 4824 – 51 Avenue, Vermilion under the Reflections name in time. A move date will be announced once preparations are complete.
We also recognize how important familiar staff can be to families. Following closing, Reflections intends to work with Creech’s Lakeland employees who may be interested in continuing with us.
Following closing, Alva and Harry Creech will continue operating their crematorium on a wholesale-only basis, providing services to licensed funeral homes. Reflections is grateful to continue working with them in this capacity as part of our commitment to consistent,
professional care.
Thank you, Vermilion and area, for your trust and support. We are grateful to Alva and Harry Creech for their years of service, and we remain committed to supporting families with care, clarity, and respect, every step of the way.
Candice & Josh Anderson
Reflections Funeral & Cremation Services
and
Alva & Harry Creech
Creech’s Lakeland Funeral Home (Vermilion)
