2428 Frankfort Ave, Louisville, KY 40206
Services
The converted 1904 mansion provides a residential-scale environment adapted for funeral service. The 1984 remodel significantly expanded capacity with a larger chapel and added dedicated visiting rooms alongside a lounge area. The facility maintains original architectural elements from its Shouse family construction while incorporating modern amenities. A coffee lounge offers informal gathering space, and the building is pet-friendly for families wishing to include animals in services. Accessibility includes proximity to public transportation and parking availability. The Crescent Hill location places the funeral home within a historic commercial corridor with neighborhood character distinct from highway-accessible suburban facilities.
The funeral home emphasizes personalized tributes ranging from simple ceremonies with photographs to elaborate catered events, with staff noting "thousands of ways to celebrate a life."
Arch L. Heady and Son - Cralle Funeral Home and Cremation Services occupies a distinctive 1904 residence in Louisville's Crescent Hill neighborhood, less than 5 miles from downtown along the historic Frankfort Avenue corridor. The building originally constructed by the Newton Combs Shouse family was converted to funeral use in 1931 when Herbert C. Cralle Sr. established the Herbert C. Cralle Funeral Home, holding its first service on May 31, 1931. Arch L. Heady purchased the business in 1984, overseeing a significant remodel that added a larger chapel, visiting rooms, and lounge. Today the facility operates as part of the Dignity Memorial network while maintaining its local Louisville identity and 4.9-star rating from 137 customer reviews.
The funeral home's architecture and setting distinguish it from purpose-built facilities—families enter through a historic residential structure that has been adapted for modern funeral service. The location offers public transportation access and serves as one of multiple Arch L. Heady locations in the region. With more than 80 years of continuous operation under its current identity, the business emphasizes its heritage while offering contemporary amenities including video tribute production, catered events, and electronic arrangement capabilities.
Sam (and everone) are professional, compassionate and caring. My mother passed near Christmas and Sam took great care in keeping me informed about possible delays due to the holidays with regard to the issuing of her death certificate. Their funeral home is traditional, beautiful...
We used the Westport Rd. Arch L. Heady Facilities. They were excellent. Special thanks to Sam Ulmer.
During a horrible time Arch L Heady made things as easy as possible. Great group to work with during the most difficult time in your life. Highly recommend
Cody was a pleasure to work with for our Dads funeral. He’s very soft spoken and professional. I will continue to use this establishment for future needs .
Cody Phillips was most helpful at a time when we needed support and kindness. Top notch all the way around.
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