— Carlisle, Indianola —

SERVING OUR COMMUNITY

WITH GRACE & COMPASSION

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WELCOME TO PETERSON FUNERAL SERVICES

HOW CAN WE HELP YOU?

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WHERE TO BEGIN

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START PLANNING NOW

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IMMEDIATE NEED

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ABOUT US

IN OUR CARE

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ABOUT US

SERVING FAMILIES IN

CARLISLE, INDIANOLA & DES MOINES, IA

SINCE

1946

When you have experienced the loss of a loved one, you can trust Peterson Funeral Services to guide you through the process of honoring their life. At Peterson Funeral Services, we pride ourselves on serving families in Carlisle, Indianola, Des Moines and the surrounding areas with dignity, respect, and compassion. Our staff is experienced in a variety of funeral services and can help you celebrate your loved one no matter your religion, culture, or budget.

WHY CHOOSE US?
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PERSONALIZED SERVICES

We are here to help you create a service that is truly unique to you or the life of your loved one.

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CELEBRATING LOVED ONES

We offer a variety of service options to honor lives no matter preference, religion, or budget.

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CARING STAFF MEMBERS

Providing families with compassionate support during difficult times is not our job, it's our calling.

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HONORING OUR VETERANS

We’re proud to do our part in honoring those who have sacrificed so much for our country.

HERE TO SERVE YOU & YOUR LOVED ONES

MORE SERVICES OFFERED

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HONORING VETERANS

At Peterson Funeral Home, we are proud to do our part in honoring our country's veterans.

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CREATE A LEGACY

"Creating everlasting stories in stone for people who matter, by people who care."

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CEREMONY PERSONALIZATION

A traditional religious service would be appropriate if your loved one was not religious.

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BURIAL OR CREMATION?

When making funeral arrangements, one of the first decisions that must be made is whether to bury or cremate the body. We're here to make that decision easier.

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PERMANENT MEMORIALIZATION MONUMENTS

A special monument or headstone can provide a symbolic location to gather.

SEND FLOWERS IN HONOR OF YOUR LOVED ONE

WHERE WE ARE

TWO LOCATIONS

TO SERVE YOU BEST

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602 E. Salem Avenue

Indianola, IA 50125

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415 School Street

Carlisle, IA 50047