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Funeral Homes in Ashland, Virginia

Find local funeral home providers in Ashland, Virginia and contact them directly for availability. It may help to compare a few providers by location and services offered before making calls. Browse the listings below to view contact details and directions.

Nelsen Ashland

412 S Washington Hwy

Ashland, Virginia 23005

4.9 (54 reviews)

Funeral home • Cremation Ground • Funeral director • Mortuary

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Owens Funeral Services

104 Green Chimney Ct

Ashland, Virginia 23005

4.7 (47 reviews)

Funeral home • Cremation Ground

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Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home

518 N Washington Hwy

Ashland, Virginia 23005

4.0 (10 reviews)

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Mccarthy Rick

Washington Hwy

Ashland, Virginia 23005

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Funeral Costs

How Much Does a Funeral Cost in Virginia?

Funeral costs in Virginia vary widely by location, provider, and service type. Below is a typical cost breakdown to help you budget and compare.

Average Full-Service
$8,321
Incl. casket, viewing & burial
Direct Cremation From
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Typical Range
$6,657-$9,985
Varies by county

Service-by-Service Cost Breakdown

Typical estimated prices - Virginia
Basic service fee
$2,912
Embalming & preparation
$832
Casket (mid-range)
$2,496
Viewing / visitation
$666
Funeral ceremony
$666
Graveside service
$416
Transportation
$333
5 Ways to Reduce Costs
  • - Request a full itemized price list - it is your legal right
  • - Compare at least 3 providers before committing
  • - Direct cremation can save thousands vs. full burial
  • - Pre-planning may lock in today's prices against inflation
  • - You may supply your own casket - homes must accept it
FTC Funeral Rule

Federal law requires every funeral home to provide a complete itemized price list on request by phone or in person. You cannot be required to purchase a bundled package. This applies in all 50 states, including Virginia.

What Drives the Price Up
  • - Premium or luxury caskets are the single biggest variable
  • - Metro-area viewing facilities command higher room fees
  • - Multiple certified death certificates at $15-$30 each
  • - Cemetery opening and closing fees often add $1k-$2.5k
  • - Headstones and monument costs are separate
State Laws & Requirements

Virginia Funeral Laws & Requirements

Virginia has specific regulations governing funerals, burials, and cremations. Understanding these before making decisions can save time and prevent complications.

Embalming is not universally required by law. However, certain conditions like public viewing or interstate transport might require it.
Many states require a licensed funeral director to oversee final dispositions and file the death certificate.
Home funerals are permitted, but you must still comply with local health regulations and paperwork requirements.
Embalming is not required by law. Home burial is legal but subject to both health department and local zoning regulations.
Associations
Virginia Funeral Directors Association ↗
Oversees licensing standards and professional conduct for directors statewide.
National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) ↗
The world's leading, largest, and most trusted association to support funeral professionals.
Licensing Authority
Funeral directors in Virginia are licensed and regulated by the state's Department of Health or designated regulatory board.
Quick Reference
Embalming required?No (Usually)
Licensed director required?Yes
Home funeral permitted?Yes

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