Oakey’s Pet Funeral Home and Crematory, located in Roanoke, is currently experiencing a surge in demand for their services, leading them to request permission to expand their facilities. The business specializes in providing final arrangements for pets and plans to install a third animal cremation unit and more cold storage space to accommodate the growing need.
Marjene Schrader, the manager of Oakey’s Pet Funeral Home and Crematory, explained that they are currently “busting at the seams” and have outgrown their current building. The proposed $308,000 building addition will help them better serve their clients and meet the rising demand for their services.
The city planning commission is set to hold a hearing on May 13 to consider the request for expansion. If authorized, the owners of Oakey’s Pet Funeral Home and Crematory plan to move forward with constructing a new facility. While the cost of equipment needed for expansion was not disclosed, the owners are prepared to make the necessary investment to improve their services.
Oakey’s Pet Funeral Home and Crematory charges for cremations based on an animal’s weight, with prices varying across nine different zones. The charge for cremating an animal weighing between 6 and 20 pounds is currently set at $182. Schrader mentioned that cremations are conducted on a one pet at a time basis, ensuring that each animal receives individualized care and attention. The business has been operating in Roanoke for 14 years and has become a trusted resource for pet owners during difficult times of loss.