Progress edition article form the East Liverpool Review Martin MacLean Altmeyer Funeral Homes Commitment to Quality is the Noticeable Difference In the past the Martin MacLean Altmeyer Funeral Homes have strived to provide families with superior quality in every aspect of the services that we provide. This year we have remained committed to that mission. We continue to provide clean facilities and a ready staff to serve the community. With advances in technology, we are able to offer custom design stationary, compelling tribute videos, and the ability to download music that will make your loved ones service the tribute it should be. In 2014 we have added a very noticeable change to our fleet of funeral vehicles, a Mercedes Benz Sprinter Limousine. The Sprinter , a van style limousine, can carry 12 passengers. The inside offers a comfortable environment with leather couch seating, 2 flat screen TV’s, bar area, comfortable lighting, standing room height and USB plugs to charge your cell phone and complimentary water. The Sprinter also has an optional custom made urn holder, for those families that wish to use it for a cremation service. It is also available for weddings and special occasions. We are very happy to have such a cutting edge vehicle available to our community at no increase in cost. At the beginning of 2013, the Martin MacLean Altmeyer Funeral Homes introduced the new “Life Journey” program. Considering your loved ones likes, hobbies, passions and pastimes, the new “Life Journey” candle, video and stationary will reflect your loved ones journey through life. “The “Life Journey” program provides us with the opportunity to capture the unique life of each loved one we are entrusted with”, says Mike Sigler, General Manager. If your loved ones passion is in service organizations or a specific hobby or occupation, these can be a part of the “Life Journey” plan. Each life lived is distinctive and exclusive to one person, as can be the “Life Journey” experience. The Martin MacLean Altmeyer Funeral Homes have the experience and knowledge to make each service, whether it is a traditional funeral service, memorial service or graveside committal service, an exceptional and memorable one. To add warmth to a service, families may consider one of our new “Celebrating Life’s Gifts Woven Tapestry & Tree of Life Blankets.” They are available as either a woven throw or warm fleece. Overnight delivery enables this wonderful heartwarming surprise to be beautifully displayed during visitation at the funeral home Another new edition to our business is the Martin MacLean Altmeyer Facebook Page. This page allows us to easily share obituaries, memorial videos and to help community groups and churches spread the word about their upcoming events. Our goal in participating in social media is to provide a place to bring families in our communities together so that it becomes a network of support In 2013, the Calcutta Chapel of the Martin MacLean Altmeyer Funeral Homes was the recipient of the Excellence in Service Award from the Johnson Consulting Group. This award recognizes the highest levels of family satisfaction. In 2012, the Wellsville Chapel of the Martin MacLean Altmeyer Funeral Homes also was the recipient of this award. ”The Martin MacLean Altmeyer Funeral Homes has set itself as a leader with other funeral homes in Family satisfaction and has raised the bar for other funeral homes nationally to achieve this level of success” said Greg Hilgendorf, Senior Vice-President of operations with Johnson Consulting Group. The dedicated staff includes Funeral Directors: Mike Sigler, Matthew Watson and Dan MacLean; Office Manager: Laurie Brennen; Facilities Manager: Jack Maxwell and Associates: Barry Arbaugh, Jack Babb, Bud Ceneviva, Norm Curtis, Butch Hawksworth, Jim Hitt, Pat May, Paul Metrovich, Bruce Palmer, Marion Perkins, Don Rawlings and John Richman. The General Manager of the Martin MacLean Altmeyer Funeral Homes is Mike Sigler. He has been associated with the funeral homes for the past 30 years. He is a licensed funeral director and embalmer in the State of Ohio. Mike is a graduate of Beaver Local High School and the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. Serving the community as a member of the Calcutta Volunteer Fire Department for 47 years, he has held the position of President and Trustee. Mike was a former member of the Kent State University – East Liverpool Campus Advisory Board, and a member of the Board of Trustees at Columbiana County Memorial Park. He is also a member of the Southern Columbiana County Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Wellsville Area Chamber of Commerce, Elks Lodge #258, Negley Lodge 568 F&AM, Scottish Rite Valley of Steubenville and the East Liverpool Rotary Club where he is Past President. Matthew Watson is a Funeral Director and Certified Preplanning Consultant. He is a licensed funeral director and embalmer in the State of Ohio. Graduating from East Liverpool High School, class of 2000, and the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science, class of 2006, he has been affiliated with the funeral homes for the past 10 years. Matt is a proud Eagle Scout of the Boy Scouts of America Troop 41. He is a member of Girl Scout Troop 80203, Elks Lodge 258, SOI and the Wellsville Historical Society, where he was named a Trustee in 2013. In 2012 he coordinated an event at the Wellsville River Museum to commemorate the Sesquicentennial of the Civil War. The Martin MacLean Altmeyer Funeral Homes worked with Batesville Casket Co. to have a replica of President Lincoln’s casket available at the museum. In 2013, Matthew was the Co-Chairman for the Morgan Raid Committee, which planned an event to mark the 150th Anniversary of John Hunt Morgan’s Longest Raid at the Wellsville River Museum. Serving the Village of Wellsville as a funeral director for over 57 years, Dan MacLean is still involved in visitations and funeral services. Dan has been the President of the Carnegie Library Board in Wellsville, a member of the Wellsville Historical Society, the Korean War Veterans Association and the Liberty Theater Group. Laurie Brennen serves as office manager and has been with the funeral homes for the past 10 years. She is responsible for all record keeping, filing death certificates, as well as assisting with the paperwork that is necessary with pre-arrangements. She is a graduate of East Liverpool High School and earned her Associate Degree from Ohio Valley Business College. Jack Maxwell serves as Facilities Manager and has worked at the funeral homes for over 50 years. His responsibilities include maintenance of all 3 locations as well as the fleet of funeral cars. Jack is a member of the Elks Lodge 258 and the Men’s Auxiliary of the VFW Post 66. When a family calls the Martin MacLean Altmeyer Funeral Home they can expect the best quality of service, staff, vehicles and facilities. Families can expect to receive, the attention they deserve. We take care in working for your familys financial needs.We are here to provide guidance in a difficult time and never pressure a family into a decision. The Martin MacLean Altmeyer Funeral Homes are family owned and locally operated, your friends and neighbors here to serve you.
Posted on: Mon, 28 Apr 2014 13:31:06 +0000
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