Our Facilities

Our Facilities

The Dawson Funeral Home

In most cases, we will be able to accommodate the bereaved with their requested parlor, depending on availability and scheduling challenges. These can range from those with intimate homelike settings to larger rooms. In each case, careful choices of décor and furnishings have been selected to give individuals a sense of comfort and good taste.

There are three entrances to the building, two of which are handicap accessible. Most familiar of the three is the “Monroe Patterson Entrance” just off the main parking lot. Mr. Patterson, whose residence was purchased by Frank A. Dawson in 1939 to make up our original facility, was known for establishing the Patterson Foundry, as well as gifting the land for the Patterson Field athletic complex.
The Dawson Funeral Home
215 West 5th Street
220 West 5th Street

The Dawson Family Center

The Dawson Family Center, located just across the street from the funeral home, is available for use for each family who selects a complete funeral package, as well as those who wish to rent the Center for a private occasion. Use of the Center can follow the funeral service or during a break between calling hours.


In any case, the Center will provide a hostess and all china, flatware and condiments. Coffee, tea and punch will also be made available. We offer a complete catering menu and are prepared to accept the offerings of food from family and friends.


Erin Archer heads the staff of hostesses at the Center. These dedicated individuals will register all donated food and see that it is properly presented, and then remain for cleanup, after guests leave.


The facility is also home to our pre-planning center where assistance can be offered in a warm, friendly and home-like atmosphere.


Our Area's finest combination of facilities and offerings - Click the images below for a larger view.
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