About Us
Celebrating life since 1848
As a proud member of the Louisville community since 1848, 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.
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
Edward C. Pearson, son of the founder, became a leader in promoting the education and licensing of embalmers, and he himself held the first embalmer's license issued in Kentucky. He also designed the original wood paneled hearse. When motor vehicles came into use, one of these bodies was mounted on a motor-driven chassis and became Louisville's first motor-driven hearse. Within seven years of that innovation, the horse-drawn funeral disappeared, and the stable, which had been a part of every undertaker's equipment, was replaced by the Funeral Auto Company, of which E.C. Pearson was the first President.
Today, Pearson Funeral Home continues to provide the highest quality and personalized service to the families of Louisville. The facility’s visitation rooms and other areas have recently been redecorated, and the front porch is also being renovated. Our facility provides the comfort & pleasant atmosphere your family deserves.
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1917
The third generation of Pearson's assumed direction of the business under E. Clarence Pearson, succeeded in '38 by his brother W. Edward Pearson.
1924
one of Louisville's most beautiful private residences, on Third and Ormsby, became the home of the Pearson institution. (Currently, the old Ferguson Mansion houses the Filson Club Historical Society.)
1924 contd.
That same year, Pearson's was invited into membership in the Selected Independent Funeral Homes (formerly National Selected Morticians), the premiere association of funeral homes worldwide. Two of the Pearsons, E.C. Pearson and David F. Pearson have served as directors on the board of NSM, making them two of only five funeral directors in Kentucky to ever hold that position.
1951
Under the leadership of Clyde, E.C. and Robert A. Pearson, an additional funeral home was built at 149 Breckenridge Lane in 1951. Pearson's fifth home has been located in the heart of the City of St. Matthews since nearly the city's beginning, having incorporated in 1950. The St. Matthews home became the main office of Pearson's following the sale of their Third Street Home in 1978.
1986
David F. and Robert S. Pearson succeeded their fathers as the fifth generation of Pearsons, renovating the 50 year-old facility on Breckenridge Lane in 2001, adding a new lounge, visitation room, additional restrooms, and improved parking.
2011
Pearson’s was purchased by its new owners, Larry Robbins, John Keith and Roy Keith, Jr. Larry has been in the funeral industry for almost 40 years. The Keith’s come from their own long-established history in memorial/monument industry where they are known for their quality products and personalization.
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.
Larry Robbins
Funeral Director
Robert Pearson
Associate
Lori Warf, CFSP
Funeral Director
Aaron Loftis
Funeral Director / Embalmer
Michael Poole
Funeral Director
Kenny Schwalbert, J.D., CFSP
Funeral Director/Embalmer
John Keith
Funeral Director
Gary Bridgewater
Funeral Director
Carl Recke
Associate
Kenny Kruschwitz
Associate
Tim Reece
Associate
Jim Oetken
Associate
David Pearson
In Memory May 22, 2024
Roy Frye
In Memory 2023
Jason Duncan
Funeral Director/Embalmer
A place of healing
We welcome you to explore the Pearson Funeral Home facilities, and invite you to discover a comforting and peaceful place to honor your loved one.
A time to honor, comfort and heal
We help create unique and meaningful memorial services to celebrate your loved one and begin the healing process for families and friends left behind.
We’ll take care of every detail
We'll help you with everything you need with a simple step-by-step process for all of your funeral, cremation and advanced planning.
Unique Funerals and Tributes
Compassionate customer care
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.
“Have worked with them for over 50 years with family deaths. The professionalism and family care is without compare. They are family to us”
Author:— Margaret Hare rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“Dear Aaron, Many, many thanks for all your help and support during this difficult time. Burns' visitation and service could not have been any more special, thanks to you.”
Author:— Kasey B rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“Pearsons Funeral Home provides quality services, especially for your time of need. I highly recommend them to anyone in the area.”
Author:— Dru Olding rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“Beautiful facility and great staff as well as a long history in the Louisville community. Highly recommend.”
Author:— Melissa Simpson (Melissa Lisk) rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★