Pinnacle Funeral Service is proud to welcome three new funeral firms to the group: Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Homes, located in Decatur and Cerro Gordo, Illinois, Purath-Strand Funeral Home and Crematory in Racine, Wisconsin as well as Delehanty Funeral Home in Loves Park, Illinois.

“These acquisitions are just the start of a new era of exponential growth for Pinnacle and continues to solidify our presence in the Midwest,” Melissa Howsare, Pinnacle's controller, said. “We have found in the region a great synergy of like-minded funeral professionals who trust us to carry their traditions of service into the future.”

Four New Locations: Purath-Strand in Racine, WI. Top photo: Lobby of Delehanty Funeral Home in Loves Park, IL. Pinnacle also acquired Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Homes with facilities in Decatur and Cerro Gordo, IL.

Earlier this month Pinnacle acquired Purath-Strand Funeral Home and Crematory in Racine, WI, which was owned by Gary Strand, and earlier this year Pinnacle closed a deal with Delehanty Funeral Home in Loves Park, IL, partnering with Paul Lizer.

In each of these acquisitions Howsare said, “The owners have built a strong team and we look forward to supporting them as we continue to provide top-notch service to their families.”

Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Homes, founded 1883, was owned by Dan Brintlinger and Randy Earl. Dan is a retired Board member of the OGR and the grandson of the original owners. He brings over 50 years of funeral industry expertise.

His partner Randy Earl, past president NFDA & IFDA, said, “Over the course of my career I have met several people who have sold...I took the time to find the right fit for Brintlinger & Earl and that was, ultimately, to partner with Pinnacle to continue our strong heritage.”

“Both Randy and Dan are ‘salt of the earth’ individuals whose reputation highlights how Pinnacle partners with premier firms and people," Howsare said "I encourage any funeral home owner who is considering selling, now or in the future, to reach out and ask questions, do their own due diligence and find the best fit for themselves and their employees.”

Pinnacle Funeral Service currently owns 25 locations across 5 states. We invite you to learn more about us or contact us directly at (770) 837-0186.