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About Us

Who we are

Celebrating life since 1900

As a proud member of the Branchville community since 1900, we're honored to help families celebrate their loved ones. We pledge to ensure that every funeral and memorial service is deeply personal, fostering healing and remembrance.

What we stand for

Our promise

Today, tomorrow, and forever, our commitment to you stays the same.

Dignity

Every life is unique, and we promise to honor and respect each journey, crafting ceremonies that reflect each individual.

Guidance

Navigating grief can be overwhelming; we stand by you, providing direction and solace every step of the way.

Legacy

Beyond a service, we're committed to helping families create lasting tributes that transcend generations.

Our story

Ott Funeral Home has been serving Branchville area families for years. We are honored to be a part of the rich history of this community and plan to be a part of it for many years to come. This business was started a century ago. Although the exact date cannot be confirmed due to a fire that destroyed our records, it is believed that Ott's Funeral Home opened for business around 1900. Since that day the business has been passed down through the generations. The family-owned and operated business is currently in its fourth generation, under the care of Louie p. "Skeeter" Ott III.

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Years in Business

The funeral home was started by "Skeeter's" great-grandfather, Louie p

The funeral home was started by "Skeeter's" great-grandfather, Louie p. Ott. He first started building coffins for people during their bereavement time and saw the coffin business grow. It was during this time that he started to learn about the funeral business. He did his apprenticeship and opened Ott Funeral Home. The first funeral home had a horse-drawn hearse, which was destroyed in a fire during the depression.

As the business began to grow, Skeeter's grandfather Louie P. Ott known to many as "Big Louie" showed an interest in the business and decided to go to college. He attended Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science and graduated in 1935. On March 20, 1957, another fire destroyed the two-story house, which housed the funeral home. The fire destroyed all records and the home was a total loss. After the fire, the present facility was built.

In order to continue the family tradition, Louie p. Ott Jr., Skeeter's father attend Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science and graduated in 1965. He returned home and operated the business until his death in November of 1998. Mr. Harry Sealy has worked for the Ott family for over 45 years. Mr. Sealy is also a licensed funeral director who attended the Kentucky School of Mortuary Science. Mr. Sealy is an Air Force veteran.

Meet the team

Our incredible staff

Helping families create lasting legacies is more than a job — it's our calling. We are here to support you in any way we can and will offer you the full attention, knowledge, and compassion you need.

Our Location

A place of healing

We welcome you to explore the Ott Funeral Home facilities, and invite you to discover a comforting and peaceful place to honor your loved one.

We're here for you

We exist to serve the unique needs of every family

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Seamless Arrangements

We'll help you with everything you need with a simple step-by-step process for all of your funeral, cremation and cemetery plans.

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Unique Funerals and Tributes

Every individual is unique. Which is why we offer fully customizable memorial services designed just for your family.

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Around the Clock Support

We're here to answer any questions and help in any way we can – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

Associations & Awards

Honoring excellence

We’re honored to be recognized for our dedication to excellence and genuine care. Explore the esteemed associations we're a part of, and the awards that celebrate our commitment to the communities we serve.

Our Awards

Ott is honored as one of the Best Places to Work in 2023.

We're hiring

Beyond the opportunity to truly make a difference, Ott Funeral Home offers competitive pay, a healthy work-life balance, and many opportunities for growth.

Plan Ahead

Plan for the future, today

Pre-planning lets your loved ones focus on honoring life instead of hashing out details. Learn the choices you can make now, so a future funeral becomes more of a celebration than a burden.