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.

Lane Funeral Home–South Crest Chapel recently hosted its first CNA Excellence Awards Ceremony, recognizing the compassio...
08/26/2026

Lane Funeral Home–South Crest Chapel recently hosted its first CNA Excellence Awards Ceremony, recognizing the compassion and dedication of local caregivers. With 64 nominees and nearly 120 attendees, the evening was a meaningful celebration of those who make a difference in the lives of others every day. Congratulations to every nominee and award recipient!

08/25/2026

Leadership starts with ownership.

At this year’s ICCFA University, Robbie Pape, CCFE, brought the energy with “Own It!”, a class focused on taking responsibility and leading from wherever you are.

In addition to leading the class, Robbie served as Dean of the School of Graduate Studies, helping shape the experience for the next generation of leaders.

This week, our Directors of Operations and Directors of Sales came together in Houston for three days of strategic plann...
08/20/2026

This week, our Directors of Operations and Directors of Sales came together in Houston for three days of strategic planning and collaboration.

The team focused on strengthening our culture, driving growth, and setting Carriage up for success in 2026 and beyond. They left with clear priorities and the determination to turn our plans into action.

And, of course, congratulations to Taylor Christensen on earning the title of meeting bowling champion!

The competition was fierce at the Support Center Ping Pong Championship!After an action-packed tournament, it all came d...
08/10/2026

The competition was fierce at the Support Center Ping Pong Championship!

After an action-packed tournament, it all came down to Carlos Eyzaguirre versus William Zheng in a championship showdown. William emerged victorious, earning the title of Carriage Ping Pong Champion!

Kudos also go to Matthew Madison, who battled valiantly to claim third place.

Congratulations to our winners, and to everyone who brought their skills, competitive spirit and energy to the table!

Congratulations to Thomas F. Dalton Funeral Homes on being voted Best Funeral Home in Nassau County, New York!This well-...
08/10/2026

Congratulations to Thomas F. Dalton Funeral Homes on being voted Best Funeral Home in Nassau County, New York!

This well-deserved honor reflects the team’s unwavering commitment to serving families with passion and creating premier experiences for them.

We are incredibly proud to celebrate the Dalton teams and this outstanding achievement.

Congratulations to everyone who helped make it possible!

That’s a wrap on our first Sales Leadership Podcast recording, featuring Shane Pudenz and David Bailey. The microphones ...
08/06/2026

That’s a wrap on our first Sales Leadership Podcast recording, featuring Shane Pudenz and David Bailey. The microphones are off, the cameras are down, and no one asked for a retake. We’ll call that a successful first episode, more to come!

Support has no season.The teams at Heritage Funeral Home Weddington and Forest Lawn East Cemetery recently wore pink in ...
08/06/2026

Support has no season.

The teams at Heritage Funeral Home Weddington and Forest Lawn East Cemetery recently wore pink in support of a team member who is recovering from surgery as she continues her second fight against breast cancer.

Your Carriage family is thinking of you, praying for your recovery and standing beside you every step of the way.

Congratulations to Rachel Mackey, Managing Partner of Everly-Wheatley Funeral Home and Everly Funeral Home, on being nam...
07/29/2026

Congratulations to Rachel Mackey, Managing Partner of Everly-Wheatley Funeral Home and Everly Funeral Home, on being named one of the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce’s 40 Under 40 honorees!

This well-deserved recognition celebrates Rachel’s leadership, professional accomplishments and positive impact on the Alexandria community.

We are proud to have her representing Carriage.

Congratulations, Rachel!

Today, we had the privilege of hosting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater HoustonBoys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston 20...
07/23/2026

Today, we had the privilege of hosting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater HoustonBoys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston 2026 Youth Advocacy Town Hall at our Support Center.

The day brought together young leaders, elected officials, and community partners for meaningful conversations about food insecurity, youth homelessness, gun violence, and substance abuse. Through leadership panels, collaborative solutions labs, and “Shark Tank” presentations, Club members shared their ideas and demonstrated the impact young voices can have on our communities.

We were honored to welcome several elected officials including, Fort Bend County Commissioner Grady Prestage, Houston City Council Member Amy Peck, Houston City Council Member Mario Castillo, State Representative Lauren Ashley Simmons, State Representative Charlene Ward Johnson, and State Representative Christina Morales

Thank you to President and CEO Kevin Hattery and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston staff for their partnership, and to the Carriage team members whose hospitality helped create a premier experience for everyone in attendance.

It was an inspiring day, and an important reminder that the next generation isn’t waiting for its opportunity to lead. They’re already leading.

What's better than having one Carriage team member recognized as a Face of Technology? How about two!Congratulations to ...
07/17/2026

What's better than having one Carriage team member recognized as a Face of Technology? How about two!

Congratulations to Minh Reid and Emilli Milstead, on being recognized as this year's Faces of Technology by American Funeral Director Magazine.

Minh has been instrumental in transforming our digital experience, from our websites to eCommerce and everything in between, always with the goal of making it easier for families to connect with us when they need us most.

Emilli has a unique ability to simplify complex challenges, improve processes, and find smarter ways of working that make a real difference across the Carriage.

Two well-deserved recognitions for two people who make Carriage better every day. Congratulations, Minh and Emilli!

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3040 Post Oak Boulevard
Houston, TX
77056

Opening Hours

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

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+17133328400

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