Flanner Buchanan - Oaklawn Memorial Gardens

Flanner Buchanan - Oaklawn Memorial Gardens, located at 9700 Allisonville Road in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been a trusted provider of funeral, cremation, and cemetery services since 1954. As part of the Flanner Buchanan family—a firm with a legacy dating back to 1881—Oaklawn Memorial Gardens blends the convenience of a northside Indianapolis location with heartfelt, personalized care. The campus offers a comprehensive range of options, including traditional funerals, modern life celebrations, burial services, above-ground crypts, private family mausoleums, and cremation placement with memorialization. Flanner Buchanan itself has a pioneering history in cremation, having opened the state’s first crematory in 1904, and continues to offer an extensive selection of urns, keepsakes, and cremation services.

The facility is designed to accommodate diverse beliefs, tastes, traditions, budgets, and lifestyles. Professional staff are experienced in serving families of all faiths and income levels, and can coordinate services with full military honors or casual receptions. Certified celebrants are available to lead personalized ceremonies for those not affiliated with a specific church. On-site catering services provide a full selection of food and beverages for gatherings. The Oaklawn campus also features a notable 9/11 Memorial Dedication Exhibit, unveiled on September 11, 2021, which displays 2,977 medallions honoring the victims of the attacks, with special recognition for the nine Hoosiers who lost their lives. This exhibit serves as a place of reflection and community remembrance.

Accessibility is a priority, with wheelchair-accessible entrances and parking, as well as on-site parking for visitors. The facility offers prepayment plans to help families plan ahead with peace of mind. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with staff available by phone 24/7. The cemetery gates are open from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. during summer months and 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in winter. A virtual tour is available online, allowing families to explore the serene grounds from home. Additionally, Flanner Buchanan provides a free planning notebook and a year-long grief support program, offering weekly messages of hope and healing. The business is actively engaged in the community, with a strong social media presence on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and LinkedIn. Whether families are making immediate arrangements or pre-planning, Oaklawn Memorial Gardens combines decades of experience with compassionate guidance to create meaningful tributes for loved ones.