Ross Mortuary Inc. in Lyons Avenue in Houston's historic Great Fifth Ward is located just off Gregg Street, conveniently close to the Intersection of I-10 and I-69. The funeral home addresses the needs of the local African-American community and is within a 30-mile radius of several cemeteries.
The 6,000 square foot building contains a spacious chapel that can seat up to 200 people. Several family rooms, visitation and viewing rooms allow for private family moments prior to services. The glass-fronted, white chapel has been a local landmark for many years, as the family-owned and operated business has looked after the needs of families for more than 77 years.
Established in 1938, Ross Mortuary funeral home offers no direct burial, but does provide direct cremation alongside traditional burial and cremation with graveside services or ceremonies.
Today, the business is owned and managed by Edward and Burnell (Ross) Loche, Edwina Loche Barrett and Edward C. Loche II. They are supported by a large, dedicated team of more than 40 staff, serving more than 350 local families each year.
The prices below are based on the General Price List for Ross Mortuary. However, funeral homes sometimes have special pricing packages available, and you should ask if those are available.
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Basic Services of the Director, Staff, and Overhead | $1,675 |
Use of Facilities and Staff for Viewing/Visitation | $225 |
Use of Facilities and Staff for Funeral Ceremony | $400 |
Use of Facilities and Staff for Memorial Service | $400 |
Use of Equipment and Staff for Graveside Service | N/A |
Transfer of Remains to Funeral Home (First Call) | $250 |
Use of a Funeral Coach (Hearse) | $350 |
Use of a Family Car (Limousine) | $100 |
Direct Burial | N/A |
Direct Cremation | $945 |
Receiving Remains from Another Funeral Home | N/A |
Forwarding Remains to Another Funeral Home | N/A |
Embalming | $500 |
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