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Funeral & Cremation

Theo C. Auman Inc.

4.8

126

How may we help you?

Plan Ahead

A death has occurred or is near

Funeral & Cremation

Theo C. Auman Inc.

4.8

126

Highlights

100% Service Guarantee
Recently renovated
Multiple chapels
Large capacity chapel up to 500

Call us anytime

610-374-4505

Address

247 Penn Street
Reading, PA 19601

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About

Established by T.C. Auman in 1889, Theo. C. Auman, Inc. continues a long-standing tradition of providing excellent funeral and cremation services to the Berks County and Reading area. Throughout the years, our offerings have consistently met the changing needs of our community.

Trusted funeral service provider

Theo C. Auman, Inc. is a member of the Dignity Memorial® network. When you choose Theo. C. Auman, Inc., you not only receive the compassionate care you expect from a locally operated funeral home, but also the benefits you deserve from the largest network of funeral, cremations and cemetery services in North America.

We honor veterans

Theo C. Auman, Inc. understands the unique needs of America’s veterans and their families. As a Level One 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.

Compassionate care

Our services are designed to help you through one of the most personal and challenging stages of life. We understand losing a loved one is an emotional and difficult experience. Our team at Theo C. Auman, Inc. is committed to providing compassionate, professional and personal service. Please contact us to learn more about our offerings.

History

T.C. Auman began his career as a funeral professional when, at age 16, he served as an apprentice cabinet maker and funeral director in New Holland (Lancaster County), Pennsylvania. In 1890, Auman and his brother William formed Auman Brothers, a funeral directing firm located at 16 N. Third Street, Reading.

Growing with Reading

By 1896 Auman’s services were in such high demand that he had to expand his operation. He established a casket factory and funeral directing business at 320 Court Street. According to business records, Auman conducted more than 400 funerals in 1900, a testament to the reputation he’d earned within the community.

In 1905, Auman moved the funeral home to its present location at 247 Penn Street, where it continues to maintain a tradition of excellent service.

Family business

When Auman died in 1936, the business passed to his son, T.C. Auman, Jr., who along with Earl K. Angstadt, operated the business until 1975. In 1975, Theo C. Auman III assumed full responsibility for the business.

Today, Theo C. Auman, Inc. is a member of the Dignity Memorial network of funeral, cremation and cemetery service providers. We’re committed to delivering a standard of service that is 100 percent guaranteed.

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Amenities

Location

Recently renovated
Multiple chapels
Large capacity chapel up to 500

Cremation

Onsite crematory
Cremation remembrance jewelry
Option for home delivery of ashes
Option for mail delivery of ashes
Sent through postal mail service, signature required.

Service

Arrangements by phone or email
Complete funeral planning, including electronic signature, without needing a funeral home visit
Tribute video production
Services available to create a tribute video for the service or obituary from photos and videos.
Audio and video equipment
Meeting space
Space available for corporate and organization meetings
Black car service

Religious & Cultural

Multicultural funerals
Ritual washing

Other Languages Spoken

Spanish/Español

Other

100% Service Guarantee
Livestreaming of Services

How may we help you?

Plan Ahead

A death has occurred or is near

Call us anytime

610-374-4505

Address

247 Penn Street
Reading, PA 19601

SEND FLOWERS GET DIRECTIONS

See All Obituaries

When new obituaries are added, receive a notification by email or phone.

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Express your sympathy with flowers & gifts

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Remember the one you love

Honor the memory of your loved one with cemetery flower placement. You choose the flowers. You choose the months. We do the rest.

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Express your sympathy with flowers & gifts

View arrangements

Remember the one you love

Honor the memory of your loved one with cemetery flower placement. You choose the flowers. You choose the months. We do the rest.

Learn More

Express your sympathy with flowers & gifts

View arrangements

Unable to find an obituary?

Not finding what you are looking for? Search for your loved one's obituary across any of our other locations.

VIEW OBITUARIES

Express your sympathy with flowers & gifts

View arrangements

Unable to find an obituary?

Not finding what you are looking for? Search for your loved one's obituary across any of our Washelli locations.

VIEW OBITUARIES

Express your sympathy with flowers & gifts

View Arrangements

Remember the one you love

Honor the memory of your loved one with cemetery flower placement. You choose the flowers. You choose the months. We do the rest.

Learn More

Unable to find an obituary?

Not finding what you are looking for? Search for your loved one's obituary across any of our other locations.

VIEW OBITUARIES

Ratings & Reviews

4.8

126 Ratings

Staff

4.8

Arrangement

4.8

Cleanliness

4.8

Visitation & Service

4.9

85%

12%

4.8

126 Ratings

Staff

4.8

Arrangement

4.8

Cleanliness

4.8

Visitation & Service

4.9

85%

12%

Verified Customer Reviews

Since 2005, many of our customers have taken the time to tell us how we did each year via our Voice of the Customer program. Our star ratings and comments from families come directly from these surveys.

"One is never ready or fully prepared to have to sit down and make arrangements for placing their loved one to rest. We were unsure of who to use/where to go; but when I noticed that Kyle Blankenbiller was the Director, it provided me and my family comfort, support, and assurance that everything would be taken care of professionally, respectfully, and with care. We could not have asked for a more welcoming, beautiful, and sincere experience."

jd-power-verified-checkmark Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer

March 2021

"There awesome my family been dealing with them all my life"

jd-power-verified-checkmark Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer

January 2021

"Aumans Staff is a blessing there caring, passionate n very understanding of the families needs and there loved one. I definitely felt like it is more then just a job."

jd-power-verified-checkmark Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer

January 2021

"Rochelle was so kind and professional. She helped us navigate our situation with expert advice and compassion. Everything went very smoothly, and I cannot thank you enough for the way your company made my sister's passing less of a burden for my 82 year old father. God bless you wonderful folks."

jd-power-verified-checkmark Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer

November 2020

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