Roth-Gerst Funeral Home

Roth-Gerst Funeral Home Roth-Gerst is a funeral home serving the Lowell and Grand Rapids, MI Area.

This Easter weekend is a gentle reminder that love doesn’t end—it changes shape. Even in loss, the connection we carry c...
04/03/2026

This Easter weekend is a gentle reminder that love doesn’t end—it changes shape.

Even in loss, the connection we carry continues in memories, in traditions, in the quiet moments that catch us by surprise. Love remains, woven into who we are.

Grief is a reflection of deep love. The ache we feel in the face of loss exists because something beautiful was shared. ...
03/30/2026

Grief is a reflection of deep love. The ache we feel in the face of loss exists because something beautiful was shared. A relationship, a memory, a life that mattered. While goodbyes are never easy, they remind us how fortunate we are to have loved so fully.

Come see us at the Lowell Community Expo. We are here until 2:00pm.
03/28/2026

Come see us at the Lowell Community Expo.
We are here until 2:00pm.

Beginning to plan for your funeral can feel uncomfortable, and many people put it off. Yet preplanning helps ease the “w...
03/26/2026

Beginning to plan for your funeral can feel uncomfortable, and many people put it off. Yet preplanning helps ease the “what if” and many of the other questions that families are faced with in the midst of grief. By preplanning, you can ensure your wishes are honored and give your loved ones peace of mind. At Gerst, we have walked alongside many families as they manage all the steps of arranging a funeral after losing their loved one, and we have seen what a meaningful difference preplanning can make. Here is a comprehensive guide to preplanning, including its benefits and how to get started: https://bit.ly/4lo0sqb

Everyone wants to feel heard. To truly connect with others, ask how they are and be ready to listen, no matter their res...
03/25/2026

Everyone wants to feel heard. To truly connect with others, ask how they are and be ready to listen, no matter their response. Using body language, like eye contact, nodding occasionally, turning your body towards them, and eliminating distractions like phones or TV creates space for intentional listening. Focus on understanding what they are saying rather than planning your response. Being fully present and actively listening can be just the support they need, and it shows that you genuinely care about their feelings and experiences.

Grief has a way of resurfacing on meaningful days. Holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, Mother’s and Father’s Day, and ot...
03/20/2026

Grief has a way of resurfacing on meaningful days. Holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, Mother’s and Father’s Day, and other traditions can suddenly feel heavier than expected. These moments can carry a quiet reminder that someone you love isn’t there to share them with you. If you’re feeling that weight, you’re not alone. Here are some tips for coping on these days: https://bit.ly/4bdSCdZ

Grief doesn’t follow a timeline, and it doesn’t look the same from one person to the next. It can be quiet or loud. Stea...
03/18/2026

Grief doesn’t follow a timeline, and it doesn’t look the same from one person to the next. It can be quiet or loud. Steady or overwhelming. Numb or deeply emotional. Sometimes it is all of it at once.

There is no “right” way to grieve. Only your way. Your grief is valid no matter how it shows up!

One of the greatest gifts you can leave your family is clarity. Pre-planning ensures that when the time comes, they can ...
03/16/2026

One of the greatest gifts you can leave your family is clarity. Pre-planning ensures that when the time comes, they can gather, remember, and honor your life. Allow them to grieve without the added weight of making hard decisions. Learn more about pre-planning & pre-arranging here: https://bit.ly/4lo0sqb

At Gerst, we want to come alongside you, from providing resources for preplanning and support through grief to equipping...
03/13/2026

At Gerst, we want to come alongside you, from providing resources for preplanning and support through grief to equipping you to help others navigate their grief. Signing up for our eNewsletter gives you access to our newest blog, grief resources, upcoming events, and more each month. Click to join today: https://bit.ly/3Xyz2TD

Losing a friend carries a grief that is often quiet. But deeply profound.It’s the loss of shared memories, inside jokes,...
03/13/2026

Losing a friend carries a grief that is often quiet. But deeply profound.

It’s the loss of shared memories, inside jokes, late-night conversations, and the person who knew chapters of your story in a way no one else did. Friendship grief can feel different. It may not always be publicly recognized in the same way as family loss, but it is real. It matters. And it deserves space.

We are here to help honor every relationship that made that life meaningful.

We are deeply honored to support you and your family through this season of grief. Every story, every relationship, and ...
03/11/2026

We are deeply honored to support you and your family through this season of grief. Every story, every relationship, and every life is important to us. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your journey.

Four small words that can mean so much. When someone is grieving, one of the greatest gifts you can offer is the opportu...
03/09/2026

Four small words that can mean so much. When someone is grieving, one of the greatest gifts you can offer is the opportunity to remember out loud. To speak their name. To share their stories. To laugh, to cry, to honor the life that mattered so deeply.

Inviting someone to talk about the person they’ve lost reminds them that their life is still seen, still valued, and still remembered.

What is something someone said to you in your grief journey that helped you?

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305 N. Hudson
Lowell, MI
49331

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The O’Brien Funeral Home became a licensed funeral home in Grand Rapids in 1885, located in the downtown area. This was Grand Rapids’ first funeral home, P.H. O’Brien was the original owner. The establishment moved to its new location on Jefferson Ave. several years later. Bonnie O’Brien, son of P.H. O’Brien, and Joseph O’Brien, grandson of P.H. O’Brien, operated the business at the Jefferson location. In 1968, Joseph O’Brien built a new facility at the present location at Cascade and East Paris intersection, completing the first project in early 1969.