Amenities

  • Celebration of Life center
    Facility is designed for personalized funeral celebrations
  • Modern funeral home
  • Large-capacity chapel (up to 250)
  • Piano or organ on-site
  • Catered events
  • Funeral service video production
    Services available to create a tribute video for the service or obituary from photos and videos.
  • Police escort available
  • Arrangements by phone or email
    Complete funeral planning, including electronic signature, without needing a funeral home visit
  • Piano or organ on-site
  • Celebration of Life center
    Facility is designed for personalized funeral celebrations
  • Modern funeral home
  • Large-capacity chapel (up to 250)
  • Cremation remembrance jewelry
  • Option for home delivery of ashes
  • Option for mail delivery of ashes
    Sent through postal mail service, signature required.

About

At Hickory Funeral Home, we have provided funeral and cremation services to families in the Hickory, North Carolina, and surrounding Catawba County communities since 1928. With more than 90 years of service, we continue to lead and innovate while upholding our heritage and commitment to our community.

A modern funeral home

Recepción en Hickory Funeral HomeOur 13,000-square-foot funeral home has many updated features to make it attractive and convenient for families: The single-story building includes a 190-seat chapel, spacious hallways and numerous visitation rooms to accommodate your needs. As an additional service, we also provide catering and have a dedicated space for families to enjoy their meal.

Convenience is also 1 of our hallmarks at Hickory Funeral Home. We are located on more than 3 acres of land and offer ample parking. Our funeral home is located near many Hickory-area hotels and restaurants for the convenience of out-of-town family members and guests.

Personalized services

Memorialización en Hickory Funeral HomeOur experienced associates are dedicated to helping you create a memorable and meaningful tribute that celebrates your loved one’s unique and special life. From photographs and memorabilia to music and catered receptions, a personalized funeral or cremation service can be as simple or elaborate as you desire. You simply provide the inspiration and we’ll take care of all the details.

Hickory Funeral Home is a member of the Dignity Memorial® network of funeral, cremation and cemetery service providers. All of the funeral and memorial services are designed to help you through one of the most personal and challenging stages of life. We understand losing a loved one is an emotional and difficult experience, and we are committed to helping you with compassionate, professional and personal service.

Visit us

Lugar de recepción Estándar en Hickory Funeral HomeWe invite you to visit us at 1031 11th Avenue Blvd. to meet our staff and tour our spacious funeral home facility. Please contact us if you need immediate assistance or would like more information about our funerals and cremations.

History

Capilla en Hickory Funeral HomeHickory Funeral Home was founded in 1928 by Cary E. “Thel” Hayworth and was purchased by the Drum family in the 1940s. Originally located across from Hotel Hickory, Hickory Funeral Home moved to 102 First Ave. NE in 1948. Years later, John S. Hodges bought an interest in the business and managed it for several years.

Hickory Funeral Home was sold in 1970. Gene Carpenter subsequently took over the management position until his retirement in 1991. Ron Swift, an employee of Hickory since 1965, began managing daily operations after Mr. Carpenter’s retirement. The funeral home moved once more to 11th Avenue Blvd., where a brand-new facility was developed to serve the families of Catawba County and the surrounding area.

Celebration of Life Planning

Our planners are celebration of life experts. We plan more celebrations each year than any other provider, and we know just what to do to create a uniquely beautiful and heartfelt tribute with attention to detail like no other.

Every family who entrusts us with their loved one’s service can expect an event that includes:
  • meaningful music celebration of life
  • cherished memories celebration of life
  • a personalized message celebration of life

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Funeral & Cremation Pricing

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Our Venues

Tower of Memories | Premium reception venue at Olinger Funeral, Cremation & Cemetery - Crown Hill
Pricing Starts At 495
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Catered Receptions

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Urns

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Caskets

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Plan a Simple Cremation

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Remember the one you love

Honor the memory of your loved one with cemetery flower placement.

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Featured customer testimonials

We love hearing from the families we serve. Their feedback helps us continue unique and meaningful celebrations that honor loved ones with unparalleled attention to detail.

The team at Hickory Funeral Home--and especially Brenda Bush--served my family with grace and dignity during the time of our loved one's passing. From our first encounter to our final exit after the funeral, everyone was extremely accommodating. They certainly exceeded our expectations.

Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer

October 2024

Very experienced and compassionate team members.

Verified Burial Customer

September 2024

From the first time we met with Ron to make our arrangements I knew that when it came to one of us passing away that we would be well taken care of. You are all wonderful and caring people. You are where you can help us when needed. Thank you.

Verified Cremation & Funeral Service Customer

August 2024

Everyone was so exceptionally kind!

Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer

March 2024

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