Stark Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory

Stark Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory Stark Memorial provides funeral and cremation services to Salem, Ohio and surrounding communities.

Stark Memorial provides funeral and cremation services to Salem, Ohio and surrounding communities.Family owned and operated since 1920, we strive to provide services with dignity and compassion.

02/16/2026

Spending time looking back at our history and walking through the old photos, vintage signs, and memorabilia always feels especially meaningful. ❤️

02/14/2026
This Valentine’s Day, let’s honor the love that stays with us, even after our loved ones are gone.If they enjoyed sendin...
02/14/2026

This Valentine’s Day, let’s honor the love that stays with us, even after our loved ones are gone.

If they enjoyed sending cards, consider sending one in their honor to brighten someone’s day. 💌

Will you be sending a Valentine’s card this year? Drop a 💯 if you’re planning to!

02/13/2026

Love isn’t just about today…it’s about looking ahead.

Pre-planning is a simple, thoughtful way to protect the people you care about most and spare them added stress in the future.

This Valentine’s Day, consider a gift that truly lasts: peace of mind. 💕

Gathering with friends and family gives everyone the opportunity to share memories, express emotions, and find comfortin...
02/12/2026

Gathering with friends and family gives everyone the opportunity to share memories, express emotions, and find comforting support.

Whether you select a formal funeral service or prefer something a little different, our facility is well-maintained in order to serve you and your loved ones to the best of our ability.

Today’s the day! 🎉Join us at 5:30 PM at Boneshakers at Timberlanes for our Advance Planning Seminar. Learn how pre-plann...
02/11/2026

Today’s the day! 🎉

Join us at 5:30 PM at Boneshakers at Timberlanes for our Advance Planning Seminar. Learn how pre-planning funeral arrangements can give you and your family peace of mind. We look forward to seeing you there!

📍 544 East Pershing Ave., Salem, OH 44460

Testimonial Tuesday
02/10/2026

Testimonial Tuesday

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1014 E. State St
Salem, OH
44460

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Celebrating Life Since 1920

Stark Memorial has roots dating all the way back to 1853, where Gotleib Stark began making caskets out of his home in North Georgetown. His son Theodore was the first Licensed Embalmer. In 1921 O.G Stark moved the business to our current location at 1014 E. State St. He operated the business until he died in 1948 . Mrs. Stark continued in her husband's absence, and in 1950 brought in two partners Jack Harroff and James Griffin. Russell C. Loudon began his funeral service career as an apprentice in 1947 at Stark Memorial. He went on to mortuary school at Cincinnati College of Embalming. He returned as a licensed funeral director and embalmer in 1950. In 1956 Jack Harroff retired, followed by James Griffin in 1978. Russell C. Loudon purchased both of their interests upon retirement. After of over 60 years of dedicated service to families in Salem and surrounding communities Russell retired and Daniel P. Madden purchased Stark Memorial in January 2019. You are welcome to call us at any time of the day, any day of the week, for immediate assistance. Or, visit our funeral home in person at your convenience. We also provide a wealth of information here on our website so you can learn more from the privacy of your own home.