Preston Fraley
Funeral Director

New Carlisle resident Preston Fraley grew up in the funeral business, helping his dad, Larry (Manager/Funeral Director at Trostel, Chapman, Dunbar & Fraley Funeral Home) whenever he could. Preston graduated from Northwestern High School in 1994, attended Wright State University, and graduated with an Associate of the Arts degree from Clark State College. He then went on to study at the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science, where he was an exemplary student, and was chosen to work as a Lab Assistant for the college. In 2003, Preston’s hard work and diligence paid off, and he earned his Bachelor of Mortuary Science degree with honours. During his graduation ceremony, Preston was awarded the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science Restorative Arts Award, and also earned the prestigious Ohio Funeral Director’s Leadership Award.

Preston is a member of Asbury United Methodist Church in North Hampton, and when he has any spare time enjoys a variety of hobbies, especially playing golf and softball. He is also an avid motorcycle enthusiast.

Now working alongside his father at Trostel, Chapman, Dunbar & Fraley Funeral Home, Preston says “I like working in funeral service because I want to help families in their time of need. I like working at Trostel, Chapman, Dunbar & Fraley Funeral Home because it is very family and community-oriented. This is a family-run funeral home – and to everyone we serve, that makes all the difference in the world.”