About Us

During a time of loss, you need the help of compassionate experts who can offer guidance and support throughout the funeral planning process. At Ronald B. Jones Funeral Home, we believe that every life deserves to be celebrated. Our mission is to assist families in creating personalized funeral experiences that honor the lives of their loved ones.

For over 80 years, we have served our community by providing healing and meaningful funeral and memorial services that honor life and meet the needs of those who grieve. Our hope is that from the moment you walk through our doors, you feel welcomed, respected, and heard.


Our History

Our funeral home was founded in Ludlow, Kentucky, in 1935 by Raymond P. Catherman and Daniel Bullock. The newly established funeral home, located at 254 Latta Ave, was known as Bullock and Catherman Funeral Home until the untimely death of Daniel Bullock in 1943. After Mr. Bullock’s death, Mr. Catherman became the sole owner and operator of the funeral home, then known as Catherman Funeral Home.

In 1946, Catherman purchased the Bentley House at 316 Elm Street in Ludlow, which is still the location of the funeral home today. One year later, in 1947, Ronald Jones was employed by Mr. Catherman as a teenager. They partnered in 1953, and the firm became known as the Catherman & Jones Funeral Home. In 1960, Ronald purchased the firm from Mr. Catherman, and the firm remained known as the Catherman & Jones Funeral Home until 1964, when Ron changed the name to Ronald B. Jones Funeral Home.

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In Memory of Ronald B. Jones

Ronald B. Jones, 95, who lovingly presided over the funerals of hundreds of Northern Kentuckians as founder of the Ronald B. Jones Funeral Home in Ludlow, died January 26 at his home in Crestview Hills, surrounded by his family.


Jones, who friends warmly remembered as “the ultimate Ludlow success guy,” served as an active member of the community for many years, known for his good nature, positive attitude — and his love for Ludlow.


He was a devoted family man and a committed community servant.

Jones graduated from Ludlow High School and the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science. He drove an ambulance for Catherman Funeral Home as a teenager and 15 years later purchased the funeral home and built its success under his name.


He was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church, past President and member of the Ludlow Rotary Club, past Governor and member of the Kentucky Rotary International, past President and member of the Ludlow PTA, past President of the Ludlow High School Band Boosters, past District Chairman of Dan Beard Boy Scouts of America, past President and member of Ludlow/Bromley Businessmen’s Association, Life Member of Kentucky PTA, Charter President of Ludlow Athletic Boosters Association, one of six Board of Directors to develop and build Ludlow/Bromley Swim Club, member of the Ludlow Independent Schools Board of Education 1966-1981, and member of Summit Hills Country Club, Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, Covington Rotary Club, Covington/Kenton County Lions Club, Ludlow Vets and the Shriners organization.


Jones served his country in the United States Navy Medical Corps during World War II. One of his most memorable experiences was when he attended the Honor Flight Tri-State event in Washington D.C. and was chosen to place the wreath on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington Cemetery.


Survivors include his loving wife of 56 years, Grace Jones, and his daughters, Michelle (Thomas) Melin of Wilmington, NC, Andrea (Robert) Wells of Fort Mitchell, Julie Jones of Fort Thomas, Cheryl (Paul) Darpel of Edgewood; sister, Ruth (Donald) Holman of Florida; grandchildren, Josh (Stephanie) Parton, Katie Wells, Sarah Wells, Emilie Parton, Ben (Taylor) Darpel, EmmaGrace Wells, Abby Darpel, Samantha Melin, Nate Darpel, Nick Darpel, and Luke Darpel.

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