Built on Purpose. Driven by Legacy.
Best Memorial Group was created for the funeral home owner who has given everything to their community — and deserves a partner who will give the same back to them.
Why We Do This Work
Best Memorial Group was founded on a single, powerful belief: every funeral home has a story worth continuing.
We are a legacy-based acquisition and consulting firm focused exclusively on independently owned funeral businesses. We work at the intersection of heritage and innovation — helping owners protect what they’ve built, plan for what comes next, and serve families in deeper, more meaningful ways.
We don’t just manage transitions. We safeguard legacies.
The Best Memorial Standard
Legacy First
Every decision we make begins with one question: Does this protect and honor what this owner has built? Business is business, but this work is personal.
Community Rooted
Independent funeral homes are pillars of their communities. We help them stay that way — stronger, more visible, and more connected to the people they serve.
Forward Focused
The funeral profession is evolving faster than ever. We help owners stay ahead of the curve — not just survive disruption, but lead through it.
The Industry Landscape — What the Numbers Tell Us
The independently owned funeral home is at a crossroads. Understanding the forces at work is the first step to navigating them with intention.
- ~19,000 independently owned funeral homes operate in the U.S. — the majority owned by operators aged 55 and older, many without family successors lined up (Mordor Intelligence, 2025)
- 49% independently owned funeral homes operate in the U.S. — the majority owned by operators aged 55 and older, many without family successors lined up (Mordor Intelligence, 2025)
- Less than 25% of those owners have a formal succession plan in place (NFDA Survey, 2023)
- 26.2% of funeral professionals planning to sell say they'd turn to a merger and acquisition consultant — but many don't know where to start (Foresight Companies, 2023)
- The global digital funeral services market was valued at $1.51 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $2.62 billion by 2033 (Market Growth Reports, 2024)
- 61% of digital funeral service users now request higher levels of personalization — and platforms offering interactive, multimedia memorials see 37% higher engagement (Digital Funeral Services Market Report, 2024)
- Over 2,800 digital funeral platforms have launched AI-driven tools — chatbots, grief counselors, and content generators — since 2022 (Market Growth Reports, 2024)
The window for independent owners to set their own terms is still open. Best Memorial Group helps you use it wisely.
Your Legacy Deserves a Plan.
Whether you’re preparing to transition, looking to grow, or ready to modernize — Best Memorial Group is your strategic partner.