Mead Mortuary

Mead Mortuary, located at 36930 Irwin Road in Barstow, California, stands as the only full-service funeral home in the area, dedicated to providing personalized and dignified funeral and cremation services to families throughout San Bernardino County. As a proud member of the Dignity Memorial network, Mead Mortuary combines a rich tradition of compassionate care with the resources and expertise of North America's most trusted funeral service provider. The facility itself is designed to accommodate a variety of needs and preferences, featuring a spacious, open chapel with a vaulted ceiling and exposed wood beams that floods the space with natural light. The chapel seats approximately 100 guests in wooden pews, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for larger services. For more intimate gatherings, a small gathering room offers a cozy setting, while a separate reception room can seat about 60 guests for catered events. The dedicated team at Mead Mortuary works closely with families from all walks of life and diverse cultural and religious backgrounds, helping them create services that are as unique as the individuals being honored. From traditional funeral services with cemetery burial to contemporary celebrations of life featuring favorite music, hobbies, meals, and even personalized funeral favors, the staff handles every detail with care and professionalism. Whether a family desires a simple cremation with a heartfelt toast or an elaborate event complete with live entertainment, Mead Mortuary's team finds inspiration in the personality and passions of the loved one to craft a truly memorable tribute. Cremation services are handled with respect and transparency, utilizing the private crematory located at the sister facility, Desert View Funeral Home in Victorville, which includes a witness room for those who wish to be present. The funeral home offers a wide range of cremation options, from direct cremation without a service to full funeral ceremonies before or after cremation. Mead Mortuary also provides comprehensive pre-planning services, allowing individuals to arrange their final wishes in advance and protect their loved ones from future stress. Pre-planning comes with benefits such as up to 10 percent off prepaid funeral plans and low-interest payment options. The facility is wheelchair accessible with designated parking and offers onsite services, a prepayment plan, and free parking. Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, the caring staff ensures that a real person is always just a phone call away. With high ratings of 4.7 stars on Google and 4.9 stars on the Dignity Memorial site, Mead Mortuary has earned the trust of hundreds of families through its 100 percent service guarantee, uncompromising quality, and commitment to celebrating life in a meaningful and respectful way.