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Trusted Arkansas Funeral & Cremation Services
Established to serve families in Arkansas, Brotherton Brothers Funeral Homes Funeral Homes has provided compassionate funeral and cremation services since 2007. Our locally owned business operates three locations in Charleston, Paris, and Fort Smith, offering personalized support for pre-arranged and immediate needs. Our team, including Matt, Monte, Charlie, Rick, Kari, Judy, and Rayda, prioritizes community connections and professional expertise to guide families through difficult decisions. We maintain 24/7 availability to address urgent requests and provide on-site floral services at our Charleston location.Our state-of-the-art facilities feature modern amenities for memorial services, ensuring flexibility to accommodate diverse cultural and religious traditions. With transparent communication and a focus on ethical practices, we aim to simplify end-of-life planning while respecting individual preferences. Our commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in our updated facilities and comprehensive service packages tailored to various budgets.
Services
Funeral Packages
Cremation Services
Pre-Planning Consultations
Transfer Arrangements
Memorial Merchandise
Highlights and features
- 24/7 availability for urgent funeral arrangements
- Three convenient locations serving Arkansas communities
- On-site floral shop at Charleston location
- Customizable pre-planning and transfer options
- Experienced local staff with community connections
What people say
Exceptional support during loss
Professional and caring staff
24/7 availability appreciated
Beautiful facility options
Helpful pre-planning guidance
Services
Funeral Packages
We offer comprehensive funeral packages that include venue use, professional staff support, and personalized memorial coordination. Our services accommodate traditional funerals, visitations, and customized ceremonies with options for live music, video tributes, and webcasting. Packages include use of our state-of-the-art facilities featuring modern technology and flexible seating arrangements.
Cremation Services
Our dedicated cremation services provide dignified alternatives to traditional burials with flexible pricing options. Services include basic cremation, witness cremation, and keepsake packages with urn selection assistance. We offer jewelry and memorial items that incorporate cremated remains, along with secure storage solutions for ashes.
Pre-Planning Consultations
We help individuals create detailed funeral plans in advance to ensure their wishes are honored. Our pre-planning services include document preparation, financial planning options, and family consultation sessions. This proactive approach reduces emotional burden on loved ones during difficult times while guaranteeing personal preferences are documented.
Transfer Arrangements
Our transfer services coordinate the movement of remains between locations or providers with professional care. We handle all logistics including transportation permits, documentation, and secure transfer containers. This service ensures seamless transitions when families relocate or prefer different service providers for final arrangements.
Memorial Merchandise
We provide a curated selection of urns, keepsakes, and memorial jewelry to honor loved ones. Our merchandise includes personalized options with engraving services and traditional memorial items. The Charleston location features an on-site flower shop offering fresh arrangements and sympathy tributes for services.
People
Matt Brotherton
Funeral Director
Active community member with over 15 years in funeral services, specializing in personalized memorial planning and family support during difficult transitions.
Monte Brotherton
Cremation Specialist
Certified cremation professional with expertise in explaining options and guiding families through end-of-life decisions with compassion and clarity.
Charlie Brotherton
Pre-Planning Coordinator
Focuses on advance planning consultations, helping individuals document wishes and create customized arrangements that reflect personal preferences and values.
Kari Smith
Office Manager
Manages daily operations with 12 years of experience in funeral home administration, ensuring smooth coordination of services and client communications.
Judy Allen
Customer Service
Provides compassionate support to families, answering inquiries and coordinating arrangements with sensitivity and professional expertise developed over 18 years in the field.
Questions
What funeral service options do you offer?
We provide traditional funerals, cremation services, and customized memorial options with flexible pricing packages to suit different needs and preferences.
Can I plan funeral arrangements in advance?
Yes, we offer comprehensive pre-planning services that let you document wishes and make financial arrangements ahead of time to ease family decisions later.
Do you handle out-of-town transfers?
We coordinate transfers of remains between locations or providers, managing all necessary documentation and transportation logistics for seamless service transitions.
Are payment plans available?
We accept cash, checks, and credit cards. While we don't offer direct financing, we provide various package options to accommodate different budgets.
What support exists for grieving families?
We offer grief resources including our Grief Library and Bookstore, plus personalized support through our experienced staff available 24/7.
Can I tour your facilities?
Yes, we welcome facility tours at our Charleston and Paris locations. Our staff will show you our state-of-the-art amenities and answer any questions.
Reviews (1)
Shawn Shelton
Sep 07, 2021
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While they tout multiple decades of compassionate experience this is one of the rudest & unprofessional companies Ive had to deal with. I would recommend literally any other funeral service in the River Valley.
