Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Funeral & Cremation Services in South Hill, VA
Crowder-Hite-Crews & Crematory has proudly served families in South Hill, Virginia since 1972. Our family-owned business combines decades of experience with personalized care, offering traditional funeral services, cremation services, and preplanning options tailored to individual needs. We operate our own on-site crematorium, eliminating the need for transport to external facilities since 2004. Our team actively participates in local civic organizations, including the Lions, Rotary, and Chamber of Commerce, and our owners have held leadership roles in state funeral directors associations.We provide comprehensive support for Social Security and Veterans benefits applications, assist with life insurance claims, and guide families through the complexities of loss with professionalism and compassion. Our pastoral 3-acre facility offers a serene environment for memorialization, while our 17 consecutive Readers Choice Awards reflect our commitment to excellence. We approach each familys needs with sensitivity, ensuring arrangements honor both the deceased and the loved ones left behind.
Services
Traditional Funerals
Cremation Services
Preplanning Services
Bereavement Support
Monuments & Markers
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- Family-owned and operated since 1972 with deep local roots
- 17 consecutive years as Reader's Choice Award winner for funeral service
- On-site crematorium eliminates third-party transportation needs
- Specialized assistance with Social Security and Veterans benefits
- Active community involvement through civic and professional organizations
Services
Traditional Funerals
We offer traditional funeral services with full-service arrangements, including visitation, ceremony, and burial. Our experienced directors guide families through every step, from casket selection to cemetery coordination. We provide tailored solutions that honor cultural traditions and personal preferences while ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.
Cremation Services
Our on-site crematorium provides direct cremation services without transport to third-party facilities. We offer cremation with memorial service options, urn selection, and assistance with scattering permits. The process includes documentation support and personalized consultation to address family needs before, during, and after the service.
Preplanning Services
We help individuals prearrange and prepay funeral services through customized plans. Our preneed insurance options lock in current prices, protecting families from future inflation. The process includes documenting personal preferences for services, merchandise, and financial arrangements, with no upfront obligation.
Bereavement Support
We provide resources and referrals for grief counseling, including our partnership with CMH Community Hospice. Our team offers guidance on coping strategies, support group connections, and educational materials about the grieving process for adults and children.
Monuments & Markers
Our memorial offerings include granite and bronze monuments, cremation markers, and mausoleum options. We assist with design selection, engraving, and placement coordination, featuring materials from single memorials to family estate arrangements.
Questions
Do you offer cremation services with preplanning options?
Yes, we provide both cremation services and preplanning options with personalized guidance to ensure your wishes are documented.
How can I locate your funeral home?
We're on US Highway 1, one mile south of I-85 Exit 15 in South Hill, VA, 12 miles from the NC border.
What financial assistance programs do you offer?
We provide preneed insurance plans, flexible payment options, and help with Social Security/Veterans benefits applications.
Can I customize a memorial service?
Yes, we assist with personalized tributes including casket selection, urn choices, and memorial products like monuments.
Do you serve families outside the local area?
Yes, our funeral services are available worldwide, with specialized support for out-of-area arrangements.
Is bereavement counseling available?
Free one-on-one grief counseling is offered through our partnership with CMH Community Hospice for local families.
Reviews (6)
Leslie Austin
Jan 03, 2022
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Crowder Hite Crews Funeral Home is above and beyond. During hard times, they make it easy and comfortable. Everyone there is exactly where they are meant to be. They all helped every step of the way with so much compassion. I could never thank them enough. I was in a situation where there was nothing pre planned. They made it easy and helped me understand the entire process.
Joanne More
Oct 27, 2021
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Everyone was Caring and knowledgeable and were able to get things done for me in the way that my husband had wanted. Thank you for helping to make things a little easier during such a difficult time.
Paul Martin
Sep 19, 2021
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Everone there was knowledgeable, kind, caring and patient. They made us feel like we had known each other for years. They kept every promise they made and kept me informed at every step of the process. I highly recommend them.
Carl Bagley
Jul 30, 2021
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Everyone was helpfiul. informative, & sympathetic from the planing phase to the day of the funeral. They could not have been nicer or more focused on meeting our every need at this time of grief.
Sarah Aubel
May 29, 2021
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My parents passed within 6 months of each other. Crowder-Hite-Crews took care of every detail of both. They are wonderful.
Archie'S. Florist & Gifts
Sep 15, 2018
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The wonderful staff at Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home are always there to serve you with the most compassionate care around. Locally Owned & Operated for many years, their service is professional & courteous. We appreciate their business and look forward to continue working with them to serve the families of Mecklenburg and surrounding counties!
