Abandoned Funeral Home NEGLECTED, We cleaned it up for FREE!

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OVERGROWN SIDEWALK NEGLECTED at Abandoned funeral home, I cleaned it for FREE
The Overgrown sidewalks at this Abandoned funeral home have been neglected for years. I stopped by to clean up the overgrown edging and was shocked to see all the weeds and vines covering the entrance, overgrown bushes blocking the sign so I decided to take care of this as well. f
As I began edging the sidewalk, we were approached by several who were so appreciative of us cleaning this funeral home as they have had some loved ones who passed on and they stated it means the world to them to see it getting cleaned up.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

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[@myrescuecats3028]

Erik what a beautiful place I love the the iron work on the verander.

[@mj-hk6iv]

You did such a beautiful job, i can see this as a halfway house for vets with PTSD, drug rehab or talking the homeless off the street. A beautiful building left to rot. Hopefully you've started something amazing.

[@judypatrick42]

So Sad to see an abandoned funeral home being neglected. It's a very beautiful place...

[@tmears42286]

This place was shut down by the state of Michigan for ripping people off basically!

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Thanks for stopping by, feel freee to share

[@CogitoErgoSum777]

Yes boehoe

[@libbylauderdale1382]

First, I would like to thank Andy. That was a very nice thing to do. Now, I really love everything about this property. The architecture of the home, the circular drive, the mature trees, the iron work and the edging you and Josh did just makes this property pop. I know that the community feels blessed to have this work done and that you, your son's, and Josh are blessed with the strength to get it done. I know that all who watch your channel can't wait to see the completion.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Thanks Libby, it's a ton of work for sure!

[@DinkTank369]

I love the architect design. I love Victorian style, love the big porch, big window's. They just don't build them like this anymore. Historic

[@victoriabridgeman5825]

You and Josh work well together. Now that all that ivy is gone from the front of the building it looks so much nicer! I have to say that I am really loving the transformation of this funeral home!!! I wish the police would get the squatters or party people out of there. I hope they aren't destroying the inside. It would be a shame to have the outside looking beautiful but the inside is completely trashed. The work you have done so far is amazing! It was "The haunted funeral home" when you started this labor of love in the first video. It looks more like an operational funeral home with every episode! I can't wait to see more!!! Much love to you and yours and Josh too ❤

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Thanks, it's a ton of work lol

[@bbrut3332]

Love the team work on the edging. It seems to go much faster than one guy doing all the work. Josh is a shoveling machine.

[@joshuaburba1048]

He has a great name too. 😉😉😉

[@OutdoorswithErik]

He is a master with that damn shovel lol

[@mariondudek564]

This is a very kind thing to do. Anyone that had a loved one laid to rest from this funeral home has to respect what you have done. Thank you.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Honored to help my friend

[@julies2110]

What an awesome helper Josh is! You did a great job!!!!💜

[@jackieostrander9667]

Seeing the sun low in the sky, no doubt about the time you put into the work you did. This is a beautiful place that needs to be used for something once again.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

I hope they sell it and someone turns it into something cool

[@lornadouglas7887]

Great job Erik it's a pity this lovely old building is abandoned it's full of character along this street beautiful.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

It sure is full of character

[@tonid3268]

Some people have to be asked to help others...you just DO IT! I think you're awesome and you have a wonderful family that supports all you do! I also love that you include your children and you're teaching them charity as well!

[@dochubbell]

Looking better and better. Honestly, if the place comes up for sale, I hope someone can get past the morgue part of that funeral home and make it into a family home. It would even be nice to see maybe a group of doctors make it into a medical clinic serving peoples health needs. Bottom line, lets have faith it won't be allowed to decay and become a broken down mess. If the bank owns it, lets also hope they invest in setting up security cameras, (with signs that the place is being watched for security). Also new stronger locks on the doors. After all, whoever owns this has a vested interest in seeing to it it is not trashed or let go. The city needs to notify the owners they need to maintain the property or face stiff financial fines. Good job by you equally hard working Josh.

[@user-be5xr9zc6p]

The dead that might be haunting it won’t let anybody live there

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Thanks Doc, I agree with you!

[@dochubbell]

@@user-be5xr9zc6p Yes set it up as a haunted house and charge people to sleep over night in the morgue. LOL

[@user-be5xr9zc6p]

These places are definitely haunted.. because of the way people have died.. specially if died in an accident.. that poor soul never leaves the body..they stay outside/ near the body & i’ve heard of theses experiences from people & my neighbour died in his house & wife said he’s here.. i went in there & came to my house & petrifying experiences later i was extremely lucky i was moving out.. these things do not sound like the truth until you get it yourself

[@donnamulholland7177]

I watched part one and had to watch part two. OMG, amazing transformation. I’m not one for watching landscaping, but I found this rather enjoyable to watch. I’m sure that your community is glad to see that eyesore transformed. I can’t wait to see what you do next.

[@sylviasanchez585]

You both did a Great job. No more vines or weeds on driveway. The edging was very well done. 👌 Can't wait to see the back yard video.

[@carolb3122]

You sure can tell how dry it is. Great job! Looks 110% better.

[@myrescuecats3028]

Hi Erik I always feel relaxed when I watch you.Watching from London.😀

[@OutdoorswithErik]

So blessed you are here!

[@myrescuecats3028]

@@OutdoorswithErik Thank you Erik.❤️

[@1carolmurphy]

what a great service you are doing, nice to see others stop by to say thanks too. When I was a Boy Scout mom/leader I had the boys help at the schools and churches with the upkeep of the play areas. We can all start somewhere in our own community , Thank for sharing.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Glad you enjoyed it my friend! Feel free to share

[@annjustus]

Man, that was a dusty mow! Thank you for cleaning up that eye sore. Great job!

[@OutdoorswithErik]

It sure was, filthy lol

[@mississippigirl]

This funeral home and grounds look amazing now. Thank you for making your part of the world a nicer place.

[@raquelhernandez1733]

Erik, that was an amazing job that you and Josh did! Too bad the squatters are still trespassing, but at least that property is not an eyesore anymore. God bless you both!

[@DragonNinja4680]

You, Josh and your son have done a great job!! It makes me mad when places are neglected. I would think the local law enforcement would set up some type of hidden surveillance camera to catch who is breaking into the house. Who owns the place now. It needs knew owners!!

[@michellemiddleton2371]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 Omg you did an awesome transformation of this property. We don't have properties as beautiful as this in Australia. Hope it gets reopened after all the great work you and Josh did. 😃

[@annkoler3705]

I just love watching men at work, but you guys put a new meaning to the task. Awesome job. The people of that town owe you a debt of gratitude for cleaning up that business. So very kind. Thank you.

[@daydmr2013]

It’s a beautiful home, I’d love to see someone do a rehab on it and turn it into a true home.❤️❤️❤️

[@debbieoberacker8614]

God bless both of you gentleman for taking the time to continue working on the landscape clean-up of this property. It's really looks so much better each time!!! I couldn't believe how much ivy was on the porch and railings! The sidewalks are really starting to look good, there was so much overgrown grass on them. I continue to look forward to the next installment on this property!! :)

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Glad you enjoyed it my friend!

[@susancurrie8552]

You had a great helper today. It was like he could read your mind. Both of you did a great job!

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Glad you enjoyed it my friend! Feel free to share

[@joanlenhard82]

Great job Eric and Josh. You are equal awesome workers from what i see.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Wow, thanks!

[@davidwolf2478]

I would not be surprised one bit that the person you had a conversation with on a bicycle on your first episode at the funeral home is homeless and staying inside he asked you all the right questions.

[@joshuaburba1048]

I kind of wondered the same thing.

[@cynthiabroockman1752]

Thought same

[@OutdoorswithErik]

It's quite possible!

[@cynthiahappel3697]

You two did such a great job, people will think the funeral home is open again.

[@user-be5xr9zc6p]

That’s what i thought as the sign is visible too & maintenance that’s just been done

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Glad you enjoyed it my friend! Feel free to share

[@lyciamessersmith5348]

Watching this property's transformation is really fun. Beautiful building! The dramatic changes are satisfying to watch evolve under your care.

[@susanmatako8469]

Look's great! Looking forward to part 3. I can't wear shorts weed wacking. My leg's look like I was shot with a pellet gun. It stings too. Again a job well done to the both of you.

[@barbarahoover3941]

Such a very cool place ,so sad it's left this way.. If I owned this place i would love to have Erik as my care taker. Thanks Erik for coming back to do more cleaning up 👍🏻👍🏻 Such a kind hearted man ❤❤😎

[@OutdoorswithErik]

I would be blessed to help too!

[@pdq137]

: Thank you for a great over all n overwhelming funeral home make over. Erik I am glad you got extra help w over grown sidewalks. This make over is the tops. I sore when one went by. Erik you need a sign so the ones see you out there know who you are w what you are doing, most of all your title name "Outdoors with Erik". 🙏🏻❤️💯

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Great idea, any ideass on signs lol

[@pdq137]

: Encouragement to the community. "Hello I Donate My Time Helping Others To Better My Community" Thank you

[@dianachinchello5530]

Shew looks like you guys need alittle rain there! Josh....is awesome with that shovel, that is hard work,not easy and he didn't even stop for a break. And yes indeed ty Andy that was truly appreciated I'm sure and super thoughtful!

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Felt so good to get a nice cold drink of gatorade!

[@mariacabrera4359]

What an incredible job Erik and I'm happy to see that your friend Josh is helping you out. The BEFORE AND AFTER is amazing! Now that the property looks awesome, I wouldn't be surprised to hear that several buyers are interested in buying. Great job 👏 👍 👌 🙌

[@OutdoorswithErik]

I wonder if we get a cut lol

[@mariacabrera4359]

@@OutdoorswithErik You should. You deserve it.

[@debbiepye1497]

@@OutdoorswithErik is the pun intended? LOL Btw, you guys should be compensated if it sells as direct result of your hard work. I know you do this bc it's being kind and helpful but I am sure a little money for gas and maintenance of the machines would go a long way towards future efforts to help folks.

[@sueeverington9273]

That was pretty impressive side walk clean up, well done.

[@conniemaniaci3612]

That was the BEST lawn care video I have ever watched. Hands down. 100%.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

It was a bad one for sure, so much grass hanging over

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Really? You are too kind lol, feel free to share

[@p.annstamantmsha8770]

Oh wow!!!!! How wonderfully done sir...quite an awesome awesome story & project...this says a lot for your integrity!!!!!

[@michaelray5660]

that place is looking much better than before. Looks like you greatly increased the value of that property.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Glad you enjoyed it my friend! Feel free to share

[@tattooboi1498]

My sinuses closed up just watching the dust and grass. Awesome job. I’ll have to take a look at it tomorrow when I cruise by there.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Thanks my friend, let me know if you see any other crazy properties iin the area or know folks who may need help

[@sherrygantt2158]

That looks great. So glad you had great help today. But, glad you had someone with you. I was a little worried last time. When your son was with you. But, he stayed close enough to you. Be safe. And, thank your helper for me.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Glad you enjoyed it my friend! Feel free to share

[@DinkTank369]

Awesome transformation as always. Thank you for sharing. Have a safe & blessed FREEDOM WEEKEND ✝️🇺🇸❤🤍💙🌞🎶💥

[@OutdoorswithErik]

You too!! Glad you enjoyed it my friend! Feel free to share

[@HomesteadingWays]

I love the fencing on the front porch. Oak leaves and acorns. Such a beautiful touch.

[@seanslawns]

My 3 year old son enjoys your channel

[@madison203]

Erik and Josh!!! What a transformation! That was a ton of work! The sidewalk edges look amazing! I hope your local officials appreciate your contributions to keeping your community looking clean and tidy! Stay safe and well…

[@OutdoorswithErik]

I hope so too, just glad to help my friend

[@littlebrookreader949]

Andy, that was awesome! That was kindness in action! 😊😊

[@Ssups101]

29:00 - The sun is getting low... Wild guess, but by looking at your shadows at the beginning of the video, and around 29 minutes, you've been there for the better part of a day. You have a good heart and your community is very lucky to have you!

[@myrescuecats3028]

I bet he would do a great haircut 😂🤣👍

[@user-be5xr9zc6p]

I thought that too & it pays well.. London England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@OutdoorswithErik]

lol

[@brendawilkinson1708]

I see you have Hercules helping you, LOL! Good work!

[@OutdoorswithErik]

He is energizer bunny man

[@kayeb7809]

If you look up this place on Facebook you can see what it used to look like and some inside pictures. Heaven knows what it looks like now on the inside.

[@francesrice7898]

Awesome job you guys. Looking forward to the next video. It’s going to be amazing. 👍👍👍🌟🌟🌟❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@briannaoxford863]

You did an awesome job! Lotz of work! So glad you weed eated the cracks in the driveway and the sidewalk. The end results are beautiful. You earned many jewels for your crown.

[@131dyana]

I enjoyed the great job you guys did there. Thank you. God bless.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Glad you enjoyed it my friend! Feel free to share

[@svenmarkenborg7435]

Hi Yes, now it's continued at work. It's a nice house there. It will be nice as usual when you do it. I look a lot at jobs like you do. I myself am 73 years old and am very alert, I train 3 times a week with a barbell, it is 9500 kg a week and I cycle a lot. Likes to exercise. Have a good time and do nice jobs as you can. Sven from Sweden.

[@ldqa2737]

That would make a beautiful restaurant!!! Nice work guys! And that shovel master 💥🤜🤛💥 You guys are really a great team

[@Marilyn195]

Looks great Erik,such a difference cleaning those vines all up and away from the front of the funeral home,sign looks great too with the shrubs trimmed,same with the sidewalk🇨🇦👍👍👍

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Glad you enjoyed it my friend! Feel free to share

[@BehindTheFoodTV]

I really enjoyed watching this, Erik. Great teamwork too! Now - my yard could use some help.......when are you coming to North Carolina?

[@joshuaburba1048]

Your username is brilliant. 👍👍👍

[@BehindTheFoodTV]

@@joshuaburba1048 thanks! If you like meat, come check out the channel!

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Hey buddy, glad you enjoyed it! I've been thiinking about doing some road trips and lawn cutting:)

[@BehindTheFoodTV]

@@OutdoorswithErik the guest room is ready for you!

[@Og-Judy]

Royal funeral home owner was closed down by the State of Michigan. Just search Royal Funeral home. Battle Creek, Michigan

[@christiekepler8623]

That man is a beast with the shovel. Shout out to Andy !!!

[@catherine4970]

Excellent job fellas! You guys are beyond awesome! ❤️👍🏻❤️

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Thanks so much!! Glad you enjoyed it my friend! Feel free to share

[@DinkTank369]

I'm glad to see you went back to finish this, or to do more work.

[@auntiem873]

I took on the Ivy and plants growing through my fence because you made it look so easy. However, how did you keep those vines from wrapping around your trimmer? You should see if someone has a grant to pay people who do what you do - clean up their community. Help keep their city look like it’s dying. Because business does not come into communities that do not look like people live in it. You made that place look so much nicer. Instead of that spooky old place. Sometimes it’s from the state, other times it’s the chambers of commerce. Maybe ask these two places if they do it or know of a grant so you can apply. I know you say you don’t do it for the money. But the money helps when you need new equipment, repairs, gas. It’s a win win in the long run.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Very good point, I'll have to do some research

[@staffsargaent]

Great work you guys, now it looks like a place that is open. Remember, pay it forward

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Amen

[@rickthelian2215]

Hi Erik and Josh👋 Just a tip, don’t forget to grease the Gearbox on the Stihl Brushcutter and edger recommendation is every 20 hours of use. Stihl has the Grease in a tube that screws on once you take the bolt out, just remember when filling turn the head to ensure distribution of grease. Remove grease and screw back the bolt. Done till next time.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Great reminder bud, I have to change the blade tomorrow lol

[@rickthelian2215]

@@OutdoorswithErik blades are cheaper in bulk for the edger do some googling.

[@myrescuecats3028]

Wow what a beautiful job you guys did.I absolutely love your channel.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

I'm blessed you are here, thanks for stopping by again, feel free to share

[@jackdonovan554]

Another excellent job! What a difference- Bless you guys!

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Glad you enjoyed it my friend! Feel free to share

[@judithseigler7171]

Waiting anxiously for the next show. Thanks for all you do and I live in Oklahoma!

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Glad you enjoyed it my friend! Feel free to share

[@DannaK247]

Beautiful old Victorian home. I know how some people feel about funeral homes, but it's actually a historical architecture building. It's too bad the city's Historical Association won't pay for its upkeep and transformation

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Yea, I agree, I'm just glad to be able to help

[@DannaK247]

@@OutdoorswithErik you did a wonderful transformation. Such a blessing for those living around it. God bless you for all your hard work!

[@patricefruscione4735]

Makes me so nervous to see you guys weed whacking with shorts on. I do one yard and my legs have battle scares from shrapnel that those things throw out!!! Great job and Josh is a mad man with the shoveling!!👊👍👌

[@OutdoorswithErik]

He sure is, nonstop lol

[@patriciaguenzler9150]

Thanks 👍🙏 for the before and after pictures Erik you and Joshua Rock

[@tinkeringtaylor3053]

It's a shame to see property's just stand empty and go to wreck and ruin, what you have done Erik is amazing and it does look like someone is living there and might put scum breaking in well done Erik

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Thanks my friend, plenty more to do!

[@beverlygiroux2824]

Its amazing how great the driveway paving looks, when you took the weed whacker to it! and what kind of vines are those, that were encroaching the open porch area? Man, the vines had to be cut! You sure were right about the sidewalk being neglected. That was a big job, in itself. My arms ache, just watching you. Don't you feel, at days end, that you have eaten a pound of dust? I'm sure your white truck feels that way! The lawn needs a good dousing of rain! You did an amazing job. I love it that you show the before and after pictures at the end of your video. Another beautiful job! ! ! ! Bev in Maine

[@marypatten9655]

thinking it is the guy on the bicycle. good for you coming back to finish up the job. God bless

[@joangleason8362]

That place is awesome, now that you'll have cleaned it up it looks even better and brings out the true beauty of the building :)

[@carlloud1187]

Fantastic job men! You guys are a huge credit to your community and its citizens. 'Well Done!' You made that funeral home 'come alive' again!! I'm sure you spent a few more days really getting the makeover complete with the fallen tree and in the rear of the building and all. We would love to see the final reveal if there is one. Happy 4th of July and 'Good Luck!' in your fishing tournament. Oh, did the police ever find out who was breaking into the place? Just curious.

[@gofigureimresilient]

That was so nice of Andy

[@OutdoorswithErik]

It sure was!

[@annecornine8469]

My back hurts after watching your hard working film! Good job!!

[@OutdoorswithErik]

It's a workout for sure

[@Joanie620]

Wow... It looks Great... months of neglect and hard work for this yard made it look great again. You guys are great!... Hopefully this property will get brought soon.

[@yolandathomas1402]

Hey Erik you are your partner did a marvelous job on that property who would ever wonder how great the both of you are doing things like that for other seen and unseen stay safe and healthy and blessed, I like you'll work.🌿🌾🍂🍁💚

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Appreciare you!

[@charlenecapronloomis3395]

Very impressed with your hard work without reward. Will keep watching. You are great.

[@mmmotives7452]

Outstanding work...thank you!

[@lesnethaway713]

Property looks amazing, makes me want too start up a lawn service again.

[@cecoya]

Thank you! Tip: when working in dirt like that and the wind wear a mask or bandana over your nose and mouth. That dirt is not good for your lungs.

[@jans2455]

I know this location, not to far from me. Thank you for working so hard to bring the beauty back to BC

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Blessed you are here my friend, we have more to do over that way! Did another yard in BC just posted that video today!

[@markfive6836]

Great job, Erik & Josh. The place looks much better after your hard work. Thanks for this video.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Glad you enjoyed it my friend! Feel free to share

[@ch33kmanddmc44]

Outstanding job nothing like a well manicured Lawn. 👍👍👍👍🤙

[@shereemorgan1430]

So glad you came back for a second video!

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Thanks my friend, we have plenty to go lol

[@joshuaburba1048]

Shout out to your assistant with the awesome name! 👊👊👊👊👊

[@OutdoorswithErik]

LOL, heck yes

[@joshuaburba1048]

@@OutdoorswithErik 👊

[@elainewallace3381]

Fantastic videos 1and 2 what a transformation great jobs done guys Hopefully the premises will be looked after now Erik

[@pammager7135]

Such a hard dirty job. Your helper is a great man! Interested is seeing the next chapter of this lawn clean up!

[@OutdoorswithErik]

He is an animal

[@alisalopez2549]

just as long they didn't touch you guys and the cop's didn't have to arrest anyone lol thats a good thing your doing a wonderful job keep up the good work guy's God bless you.

[@forannies]

I think the vines on the white wire fencing are pretty. And the ones growing along the white wall

[@kayeb7809]

Somebody could probably get that place for the back taxes. Depending on the condition could be a great office building. Lovely church across the street!

[@betsymess8532]

I believe u are a true patriot. Ty!

[@jamesdec1774]

Eric, did you ever think the door may be left open by "people" coming out, not by people going in . 👻. Put a trail cam on door and find out who's doing it for sure 🙂 State revoked funeral homes license because of unpaid taxes

[@lornahardin4563]

How sad, what a beautiful home this would make. Any idea how old this is? And my thoughts exactly on the door. I am amazed the police don't use trail cams, they make some darn good ones.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

I'm not sure on legalities of that but I'd love to do it

[@melaniefuller8451]

L

[@kwells8807]

It goes deeper than unpaid taxes. I Googled it up. There is an article about the closing of the funeral home, and the BBB has a write up on the business. Interesting. After 83 yrs...poof, outa business. Too bad, beautiful building and grounds.

[@ireneshafer4821]

@@lornahardin4563 I was thinking the same at how beautiful this would be as a home for someone and not a funeral home. Sad for sure.

[@Paulie1232]

what a spectacular job and thanks for giving back...

[@OutdoorswithErik]

THanks Paul, we have more to go over here but it's looking really good.

[@moraghamilton3609]

Erik great job. God Bless. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 🇨🇦

[@judymielcarek6011]

Absolutely awesome job. What a difference. Looks fantastic 😊

[@debbiebailey4924]

Someone should buy that place and turn it into a beautiful home

[@larisarogers2649]

This is definitely a big job, but it’s going to be awesome. I don’t understand why the doors are not boarded up if it’s abandoned. Please stay safe and God Bless you!