Carriage Services

Carriage Services Founded in 1991 Carriage is a leader in Funeral Home and Cemetery services in the United States.

Carriage Services continuously seeks to achieve our Mission Statement of Being the Best, and build a high performance company that is built to last. Co-founded in 1991 in Houston, Texas by Mel Payne, Mel has since led Carriage as our only Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board. Since day one, we have also been guided by our Mission Statement and our Five Guiding Principles: Honesty, int

egrity and quality in all that we do.\nHard work, pride of accomplishment and shared success through employee ownership.Belief in the power of people through individual initiative and teamwork.Outstanding service and profitability go hand-in-hand. Growth of the company is driven by decentralization and partnership. Our vision, our mission and our guiding principles for Carriage are not negotiable, and never will be.

Every day, we have the privilege of serving families from all walks of life, backgrounds, and experiences. That responsi...
06/05/2026

Every day, we have the privilege of serving families from all walks of life, backgrounds, and experiences. That responsibility reminds us of the importance of creating a culture where every person feels valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves.

This month, we celebrate our LGBTQ+ team members, families, friends, and communities. Thank you for helping make our workplaces and the communities we serve more welcoming, compassionate, and connected.

Happy Pride Month.

05/27/2026

We are pleased to announce the acquisition of substantially all the assets of McCammon Ammons Click Funeral Home in Maryville, Tennessee.

With a legacy of serving the Greater Knoxville community for more than 120 years, McCammon Ammons Click Funeral Home has built a strong reputation for compassionate service and community trust.

This acquisition reflects our continued focus on purposeful growth and expanding our presence throughout Tennessee.

We are honored to welcome the McCammon Ammons Click team to Carriage.

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Across our...
05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Across our businesses, we are paying tribute to the fallen and the families who carry their memory forward. We are forever grateful.

You’re going to want to add this one to your playlist! Our Director of Operations, Jerelyn Serra, joins Michele De Belli...
05/21/2026

You’re going to want to add this one to your playlist!

Our Director of Operations, Jerelyn Serra, joins Michele De Bellis and the one-and-only Dave Feeney on Hearse Whisperers: Life in the Slow Lane for a fun and insightful conversation about leadership, operations, and the people who make this profession so meaningful.

Give it a listen, and don’t forget to LIKE 👍 and SUBSCRIBE 🔔 to support the podcast!

🎧 Listen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ipO2ufLlyzY

In this episode of The Hearse Whisperers, we sit down with Jerelyn Serra, Director of Operations for the Northeast at Carriage Services.Jerelyn is a fifth-ge...

Covenant Funeral Service in Fredericksburg, Virginia, was honored to host a Law Enforcement Appreciation Event recently....
05/21/2026

Covenant Funeral Service in Fredericksburg, Virginia, was honored to host a Law Enforcement Appreciation Event recently. The event served over 150 local officers with complimentary meals, sweet treats, and heartfelt gratitude.

A special thank you to 2 Alarm Dogs, Shawarma Rama, and Hope & More Bakery for helping celebrate the dedicated men and women who work tirelessly to keep the Fredericksburg community safe each day.

Thank you to all of our local law enforcement officers for your service and sacrifice, we appreciate you!

The Carriage team was proud to support the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston at this year’s Great Futures Gala. This...
05/19/2026

The Carriage team was proud to support the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston at this year’s Great Futures Gala.

This inspiring evening celebrated mentorship, opportunity, and the incredible impact being made for more than 60,000 youth each year. Congratulations to everyone involved on raising an amazing $1.2 million to help create great futures for the next generation!

05/15/2026

Our top preneed cemetery sales counselors and leaders just wrapped an unforgettable Premier Circle trip, a recognition of the impact they have on families every single day.

Because of you, families won't have to make difficult decisions during one the hardest moments of their lives. They'll already be made with care and clarity.

Thank you for the work you do and congratulations on an amazing year.

Please join us in celebrating Mrs. Betty Bright on receiving the 2026 Legacy Award from the North Carolina Funeral Direc...
05/11/2026

Please join us in celebrating Mrs. Betty Bright on receiving the 2026 Legacy Award from the North Carolina Funeral Directors Association.

A true trailblazer in funeral service, Mrs. Bright was one of the earliest licensed female funeral directors in North Carolina and has spent more than 62 years serving families and her community.

We are incredibly proud to honor her extraordinary legacy and the lasting impact she has made on so many lives.

Congratulations, Mrs. Bright!

Last week an incredible group of our women leaders attend the 2026 National Funeral Directors Association Professional W...
05/11/2026

Last week an incredible group of our women leaders attend the 2026 National Funeral Directors Association Professional Women's Conference in St. Petersburg, Florida. This event was dedicated to connection, leadership, growth, and advancing women in funeral service.

This event continues to empower women across our profession to lead with purpose and we are grateful for the impact these ladies make every day.

Address

3040 Post Oak Boulevard
Houston, TX
77056

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+17133328400

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