Behner Funeral Home and Crematory

Behner Funeral Home & Crematory has been a cornerstone of the Fairfield, Iowa community since 1930, providing compassionate and professional funeral and cremation services from its historic location at 203 Southeast Main Street. Owned and operated by Scott and Rachel Brown, the funeral home is deeply committed to serving families with dignity, respect, and personalized care. With a stellar 4.9-star rating based on 95 reviews, Behner Funeral Home is widely recognized for its dedication to community, compassion, and commitment.

The funeral home offers a comprehensive range of services designed to meet the diverse needs of the families it serves. Traditional funeral services, cremation options, burial services, and pre-planning arrangements are all available, allowing families to choose the way they wish to honor their loved ones. Additionally, Behner provides monument services and personalized aftercare, ensuring that families receive support long after the service has concluded. The facility is fully accessible, featuring wheelchair-accessible entrances, parking, restrooms, and seating, making it welcoming for all.

Behner Funeral Home also emphasizes the importance of pre-planning. Families can gain peace of mind by making arrangements in advance, easing the burden on loved ones at the time of passing. The funeral home provides online arrangement capabilities through its partnership with eFuneral, making it convenient for families to begin the process from anywhere.

Beyond the core services, Behner Funeral Home offers grief support resources, including a year-long weekly grief message program designed to provide strength and comfort during the difficult first year after loss. The funeral home maintains an active obituary page where family and friends can read tributes, sign guestbooks, and subscribe to email notifications for new postings. They also offer an online store for keepsakes and memorial items.

Behner Funeral Home & Crematory is proud to serve all of Southeast Iowa, including Fairfield and the surrounding areas. The staff is available by phone at 641-472-4116, by email at scott@behnerfh.com, and in person at their Main Street location. They invite anyone in need of funeral planning or support to call, email, or stop by to discuss how they can help honor a loved one with care and professionalism.