CROWN POINT – Geisen Funeral Homes has been honored by the National Funeral Directors Association with its Pursuit of Excellence Award.

The award recognizes community involvement and community service. Geisen is involved with the Meals on Wheels program, other charitable organizations and local churches.

The fifth-generation company operates funeral homes in Crown Point, Merrillville and Hebron.

Geisen is one of only 150 winners nationwide. “We think of different ways to be a resource to the community,” said President Larry Geisen. “We want to give something back and get involved.”