Bismarck Funeral Home and Crematory History
When Mike Nathe opened Bismarck Funeral Home and Crematory in March of 1996, it was in direct response to the glut of corporate-owned funeral homes in Bismarck. Since that time, Bismarck Funeral Home and Crematory has the distinction of being the longest continuously locally-owned funeral home in Bismarck today.
On April 3, 2020 Doug and Danae Rode with Shawn and Alison Harrington became partners with Mike Nathe in Bismarck funeral Home and Crematory! Doug Rode is a native of Jud, ND and has worked at Bismarck Funeral Home since August 2008. Alison Harrington grew up in Pettibone, ND and Shawn is a native of Wing, ND. Shawn has worked at Bismarck Funeral Home and Crematory since July 2005.
Bismarck Funeral Home and Crematory is a full-service funeral home. We offer and conduct full traditional casket services as well as cremation services. We have our own crematory right in our building to ensure the accuracy and quality of the cremation services we provide.
Families often mark relevant changes in their lives with elaborate ceremonies, such as graduation, weddings, baptisms, etc. A funeral service is a time to reflect on the past while looking towards the future, and to celebrate our loved one’s lives and reflect upon their accomplishments.
Because we are a locally-owned funeral home, we are a part of the community, and we understand that quality of service and costs are very important. That’s why we will provide you with any information and price lists that you request. We pride ourselves on this honest and straightforward approach.
Alison Harrington, Licensed Funeral Director, grew up on the Marquardt family farm near Pettibone, ND. In 2004, she married Shawn Harrington and together they have 3 children. They established residency in Bismarck where Alison made her career working as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Alison has always been inspired to help and serve others. A dream of Shawn and Alison’s has been to work side by side, making a difference in others’ lives. Being a funeral director’s wife and having lost her father, Alison understands how important it is to have sensitive, caring people care for your loved one. She wants to help families create an authentic, personalized and meaningful funeral experience because everyone has a unique and special story to tell. Also, she likes to help others through the grieving process by being a positive, supportive friend you can count on through the most difficult time in one’s life. In her spare time, Alison realizes just how important it is to lead a healthy lifestyle and she’s passionate about helping others meet their health and wellness goals. She likes to stay active in the community, enjoys golfing, camping, biking, spending time with family, and attending and helping with children’s activities.
Shawn Harrington, Funeral Director, a native of Wing, ND graduated from Wing High School in 2002. Following high school, he attended Bismarck State College and began working at a local funeral home. In the summer of 2004, he and his wife moved to Gresham, OR where he attended Mt. Hood Community College and graduated in 2005 with an Associates of Applied Science Degree in Funeral Service. They moved back to Bismarck where he served his apprenticeship and has been a licensed Funeral Director since July of 2006. Shawn is also a certified crematory operator from the Cremation Society of North America. Shawn’s goal is to provide sensitive and caring assistance during life’s most difficult times and to help create personalized and meaningful celebrations that honor your loved one. A dream of Shawn and Alison’s has been to work side by side, making a difference in others’ lives. In his spare time Shawn stays active in the community and enjoys golfing, softball, focusing on health and wellness, spending time with family, and helping out with his kid’s activities.
On April 3, 2020, Shawn and Alison joined Doug Rode and Mike Nathe on purchasing the funeral home. Shawn and Doug have worked together since August 26, 2008.
Doug Rode, a native of Jud, ND has been a licensed funeral director since July 2005. Doug graduated from Kulm High School in 2001. He attended Valley City State University form 2001-2003. In May of 2004 Doug graduated from Kansas City Kansas Community College with an Applied Science Associates Degree in Mortuary Science.
Doug joined the staff at Bismarck Funeral Home in August of 2008. On April 3, 2020, Doug, and his wife Danae (who is currently a supervisor at Great Plains Rehabilitation Services) joined Mike Nathe and Shawn and Alison Harrington as partners of Bismarck Funeral Home & Crematory.
During his spare time, Doug stays busy going to his children’s school functions. He also enjoys hunting and fishing.
Doug’s family includes his wife: Danae; daughters: Nevaeh and Jerika and son: Jaxson.
