Ernst Funeral & Cremation Services

11/21/2025

Thanksgiving is about expressing gratitude for the good things in life, the blessings that came into our lives this past year. But did you know that gratitude after loss can build resilience and help you heal? Click the link to learn more!

Did you know gratitude practices can build resilience after loss? Check out this article to learn more and how you can cultivate gratitude.

11/20/2025

View Mitchell Marovets's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

11/19/2025

Granny squares can make a cozy cardigan, a colorful lampshade, or a beautiful blanket! Check out the article below for more fun projects you can create with your squares! 🧶

Hooked on the humble granny square? Discover over 40 Granny Square ideas for a range of projects using crochet squares.

11/19/2025

View John Polihronis's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

11/19/2025

Tis the season for giving thanks, and if you preplan for your funeral wishes, your family will have another reason to be thankful!

From saving money, to ensuring your family knows your wishes and can make decisions with a clear conscience, preplanning makes a difficult time much easier on those you love.

All you have to do is call 515-987-6881 to talk to a caring staff member about preplanning today!

11/17/2025

11/14/2025

Many families include funeral readings to personalize a loved one's funeral service, but what passages should you choose? If you'd like a little help, check out this list of 10 literary readings to consider!

Literary readings can add personalization and dimension to any funeral or memorial service. Check out this list of options to consider!

11/12/2025

Did you know that cooking with the kid in your life can encourage their curiosity? Follow this link to learn how food science can inspire a child’s learning skills and development!

Chances are, you’ve got at least one favorite food-based memory from childhood: biting into a freshly baked cookie, slurping a treat from the ice cream truck or going to Grandma’s house for her famous roast chicken.Food can be a powerful trigger for memories and emotions in childhood, both grati...

11/11/2025

As we mark Veterans Day, we want to specially remember the courage and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans. We thank you for your courage and selfless sacrifice!

11/07/2025

If you are a veteran, then you may be eligible for burial in a national cemetery - free of charge! Check out this list of national cemeteries across the United States and then chat with a funeral director about your options and how to plan ahead for your funeral wishes as a veteran.

Are you interested in burial or inurnment at a national cemetery? Check out this list of national cemeteries and find one to fit your needs.

11/05/2025

Landing in a different time zone can feel disorienting and exhausting if you’re unprepared. Read the article below to discover a few ways to beat jet lag as you travel.

Experiencing jet lag is almost inevitable after most long haul flights but there are some simple ways to minimize the effects.