Grand View Funeral Home & Burial Park

05/01/2026

Spring is in full bloom, painting the world with color and light.

Happy May to all!

Get outside, soak up the sunshine, and enjoy the beauty of nature. 🌷

04/30/2026

Choosing cremation gives you the freedom to honor a loved one by returning them to a place that truly captured their spirit.

Whether it's a mountain or a coastline, this final journey is a beautiful act of love.

Learn how to navigate the process—from TSA rules to National Park permits—with peace of mind in our complete guide. 🕊️❤️

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Wanderlust Forever: The Global Scattering Guide, provides essential guidance for those planning to travel with and scatter a loved one’s cremated remains.

04/29/2026

New ways to remember and honor those we've lost are here.

Modern memorials offer deeply personal and meaningful ways to celebrate a loved one's life.

This includes personalized markers that reflct hobbies, passions, or personality (e.g., a monument shaped like an instrument or featuring a favorite nature element).

Choosing eco-friendly tributes like natural stone or living memorials gives back to the planet. 🌳

It's all about finding the tribute that feels right for you and your family. ❤️

The future of monuments involves finding a deeply personal, meaningful, and comforting way to celebrate a life and legacy. The evolving landscape of memorials moves beyond traditional designs to create unique tributes that reflect the loved one’s passions and personality

04/28/2026

Kenneth L Young

Kenneth L Young, age 94, of Frankford, MO passed away at 8:10 pm Monday, April 27, 2026, at his home surrounded by those who loved him.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday May 5, 2026, at 11:00 am, at the Grand View Funeral Home Pastor Larry Cornellius will officiate. Burial will be in the Grand View Burial Park.

A visitation celebrating Kenneth will be held at 10:00 am until time of the service at the Grand View Funeral Home.

Kenneth was born on July 15, 1931, in Pike County to Harvey S. and Viola C. (Barker) Young.

He was united in marriage to Beverly Sue (Bowles) on September 12, 1959, at Curryville Baptist Church.

Survivors include his two daughters, Evelyn Sue Bontz, husband, Steve, and Karen Lynn Miller. Kenneth's grandchildren; Christopher Bontz and wife, Dona, Ryan Bontz and wife, Amy, Christa Myers and husband, John. Along with his six great granddaughters, eight great great grandkids, and two on the way.

He was preceded in death by wife, Beverly Sue who died on March 20, 2021, as well as his parents, in laws, and granddaughter, Cassandra Bontz. Along with three sisters; Elsie Potts, Bonnie Smith, and Annie Elizabeth, his four brothers; Roy S. Young, David W. Young, Joseph Fedrick Young, and Floyd Young.

Kenneth graduated from Frankford High in 1950. He farmed for many years while working at Hercules for 31 years. He raised cows, pigs, chickens, and sheep with the help of family. Kenneth also enjoyed gardening, being in the woods, and watching humming birds. He found great joy in spending time with family and friends on the farm.

A Veteran, Kenneth honorably served in the United States Marine Corp during the Korean War.

Kenneth was a member of Salem Baptist Church where he was active in teaching Sunday School.

Pallbearers: Will Reuther, Jonathon Vesey, John Myers, Jeff Bruhl, Nick Crow, Ryan Bontz, and Chris Bontz

Honorary Pallbearers: Christa Myers, Katie Reuther, Jessica Arnold, Lindsay Bruhl, Madison Vesey, Callie and Mia Bontz

View Kenneth L Young's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

04/27/2026

Grief is like the ocean—it comes in waves. 🌊

Sometimes the tide is high, and sometimes we find our footing on the shore again.

Moving forward isn't about forgetting; it’s about learning to live with the space they left behind.

To anyone navigating their "new normal" today: Be patient with yourself. You are doing better than you think. ❤️🙏

04/24/2026

Planning an eco-friendly funeral is a deeply meaningful way to honor your loved one and the planet. 🌱

Our comprehensive step-by-step guide helps you navigate all the options, from choosing biodegradable caskets and shrouds to exploring natural burial grounds.

Plan a conscious and environmentally responsible farewell.

Planning an eco-friendly funeral is a way to leave a positive legacy and create an environmentally responsible farewell.

04/22/2026

A gentle return to the earth 🌎🌱.

Green burial is a conscious, sustainable shift in how we approach our final farewells, minimizing environmental impact and honoring the natural cycle of life.

Learn the core principles—no embalming, biodegradable caskets, and natural burial grounds—and why so many are choosing this meaningful path.

Green burial is chosen for environmental responsibility, natural return to the earth, conservation, simplicity, affordability, and personal connection.

04/21/2026

The silence after the funeral can be deafening.

That's the "Second Month" of grief, a natural biological transition where the initial adrenaline runs out. 🧠

We break down the science of "Grief Brain" and the profound exhaustion of the "Grief Crash."

Learn actionable strategies for solitary living and self-care in our free guide, "After the Flowers Fade."

Find kindness for yourself.

➡️ Download the free guide.

The “Second Month” of grief—the period after the initial support from the funeral and visitors has dropped off. Profound exhaustion (the “Grief Crash”) and difficulty concentrating (“Grief Brain”) are natural, biological transitions as the body’s stress hormones diminish and the brai...

04/19/2026

Including children in funeral services can be a healthy step in their grieving journey.

Offering age-appropriate participation helps them understand loss and strengthens family bonds during a difficult time.

Learn how to involve them meaningfully. 💖👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Including children in funeral services, with age-appropriate involvement, is beneficial for their emotional well-being, helping them process grief, understand death and loss, and strengthen family bonds.

04/17/2026

Did you know April is dedicated to Bereaved Spouses Awareness? 🧠

Sometimes the best way to support a friend who has lost a partner isn’t saying the "right" thing—it’s just showing up.

Check in on someone today.

Send a text, drop off a meal, or simply share a favorite memory of their spouse.

Let’s make sure no one walks this road without a hand to hold. 👣🌿

04/16/2026

Honoring our Veterans one farewell at a time.

Did you know the VFW provides invaluable support for a veteran's final honors, including Military Funeral Honors and community bereavement assistance?

It's important to know the difference between VFW support and VA financial benefits.

Always coordinate with your local post early to ensure a dignified tribute for your loved one.

This blog post and podcast explains the funeral benefits provided by the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW).

04/14/2026

📢 We’re Hiring!

Grand View Funeral Home & Burial Park is looking for a dedicated and professional **Secretary** to join our team.

✨ **Position Details:**
• Full-time (40 hours per week)
• Paid time off and benfits
• Pay based on experience
• Supportive and respectful work environment

📝 **Responsibilities may include:**
• Answering phones and assisting families
• Scheduling appointments and burials
• General office and administrative duties

💼 **We’re looking for someone who is:**
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Compassionate and professional
• Comfortable with office tasks and communication

If you or someone you know would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you!

📞 Call: 573-221-6313
📧 Email: info@grandviewfuneral.com