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Craciun Berry Funeral Home has provided funeral and cremation services to families in the Cleveland area since 1941. We have an affiliation with the former Corrigan and Berry Funeral Homes and are proud to carry on a tradition of excellence. Located on Detroit Avenue, not far from the Gordon Square Arts District, the funeral home was beautifully updated in 2018 and is a comfortable place to plan a memorial.

Committed to Cleveland families

Craciun Berry Funeral Home is 1 of 5 beautiful locations serving Cleveland, Fairview Park, Middleburg Heights and Westlake. Throughout the years, we've maintained our commitment to families while responding to the changing needs of our community. Our funeral and cremation services are designed to help our families through one of the most personal and challenging stages of life. We're committed to serving families with compassionate, professional and personal care.

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At Craciun Berry Funeral Home, we understand the unique needs of America’s veterans and their families. As a Level Two Founding Community Partner with We Honor Veterans, our staff is knowledgeable in the benefits available to veterans and their families. With respect, integrity and dignity, we will walk you through the steps of creating a veteran's memorial service that truly honors the life and sacrifice of your loved one.

History

In 1941, John Jr. and Yolanda Craciun began a tradition of caring service to our families and friends in the Cleveland area. The original Craciun Funeral Home at 6204 Detroit Avenue was located directly across the street from St. Mary Romanian Orthodox Church, the first Romanian Orthodox Church in the United States.

John Jr. served his country as a medic (North Africa Campaign) and staff sergeant (European Campaign) in the U.S. Army during World War II. He received 2 Purple Hearts and 2 Bronze Stars for his meritorious valor on the battlefield. After the war, John, along his wife and business partner, Yolanda, began a long career of serving their community.

A family business

In the 70s, sons Joseph and Jim Craciun joined the family business. Joseph and Jim expressed love of the community through their civic leadership and church involvement, and saw their business grow significantly throughout the years.

After John’s passing in 1985, Joseph, Jim and Yolanda acquired the Koval Funeral Home in Middleburg Heights, opening the door to a whole new community of people.

Decades of service

In 1995, the Craciuns joined the Dignity Memorial® network of funeral, cremation, and cemetery service providers. We’re proud to serve families from 5 beautiful locations in Cleveland, Middleburg Heights, Fairview Park and Westlake.

John Jr. and Yolanda Craciun began with a commitment to a high standard of service and community involvement. Throughout our history, we have continued their legacy. Everyone at the Craciun Berry Funeral Home family is proud to uphold this heritage and commitment to our community.

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"Very personal and amazing experience"

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May 2021

"You and your staff are a great group of people that are very caring in a need of sorrow I can not thank you and your staff enough my family thought very highly of all of you especially Gordon thank you"

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April 2021

"I was very please with your services. Very courteous and professional"

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March 2021

"We have always turned to or referred to Berry's/Craciun/Berry as our neighbor and when final arrangements for a friend or loved one has been needed. We have always been satisfied with their services and professionalism. We highly recommend them to anyone who needs final arrangements for their loved one or future planning for themselves."

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