What to Expect During a 24/7 Emergency Removal in Ohio

When a death occurs unexpectedly—especially in the middle of the night, on a weekend, or during a holiday—the situation can feel overwhelming. Families are often left wondering what to do, who to call, and how quickly someone can arrive to help.

That’s where Allen Mortuary Services steps in. As a 24/7 emergency body removal service based in Lima, Ohio, we respond day or night with professionalism, compassion, and speed.

Here’s what you can expect if you ever need an emergency decedent transport.

When Is an Emergency Removal Needed?

Emergency removals are typically requested when:

• A loved one passes away at home unexpectedly
• The death occurs outside normal business hours
• A coroner or hospital needs immediate transport
• A funeral home requires after-hours support
• A hospice patient passes in the middle of the night

Time-sensitive situations require a prompt and respectful response—and that’s exactly what we deliver.

Who Handles Emergency Body Removal?

While funeral homes may be the ones coordinating the arrangements, most rely on professional mortuary transport companies to handle removals—especially after-hours.

At Allen Mortuary Services, we:

• Are on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• Have trained technicians ready to respond at a moment’s notice
• Use discreet, professional vehicles
• Coordinate with coroners, hospitals, nursing homes, and funeral homes

We serve as a vital link between the place of death and the funeral home, ensuring the process is handled smoothly and respectfully.

What Is the Process Like?

If we’re called for an emergency removal, here’s what typically happens:

1. We receive a call from a hospital, hospice, or funeral home
2. Our dispatcher gathers necessary details: location, condition, access, and paperwork status
3. A trained team is dispatched immediately, typically within minutes
4. Our staff arrives discreetly, identifies the decedent, and confirms documentation
5. We transport the deceased to the designated funeral home or coroner’s office

Everything is done with sensitivity and discretion.

Our staff are trained not only in technical procedures but also in how to handle grieving families with empathy.

Why 24/7 Matters

Death doesn’t keep a schedule—and neither do we.

Our 24/7 availability means:

• Funeral directors don’t have to leave their homes overnight
• Families aren’t left waiting for hours in stressful situations
• Hospitals and facilities can maintain proper handling of decedents promptly
• You get peace of mind, knowing trained professionals are on their way

Serving All of Ohio—Any Time, Any Day

Whether you’re in Lima, Findlay, Wapakoneta, or anywhere in Northwest Ohio, we’re always ready. We work closely with:

• Funeral homes that need overnight removals
• Hospitals and hospice facilities
• Coroners and law enforcement agencies
• Families who need urgent help and don’t know where to start

Call Us Anytime—We’re Always Here for You

When time is critical and compassion matters, trust Allen Mortuary Services.

📞 (419) 615-6159
🌐 www.allenmortuaryservices.com

We're on call 24 hours a day—because dignity never sleeps.