Rodgers-Awkard-Lyons Funeral Home

Rodgers-Awkard & Lyons Funeral Home, located at 951 South Preston Street in Louisville, Kentucky, has been a trusted pillar of the community for many years, offering dignified and compassionate funeral services to families throughout the Kentuckiana area. Founded in the heart of downtown Louisville, the funeral home provides a warm, homelike atmosphere where fully licensed staff deliver personalized care tailored to each family’s unique wishes. With a 4.1-star rating from 38 reviews on Google, the establishment is recognized for its commitment to affordability without compromising quality.

The funeral home offers a comprehensive range of services, including traditional burial services, cremation services, and an onsite chapel for visitations and ceremonies. Accessibility is a priority, with wheelchair-accessible entrances and parking lots, as well as fully lighted on-site parking for the convenience of grieving families. Rodgers-Awkard & Lyons is proud to offer some of the most reasonable prices in the region, with transparent package plans and itemized price lists that allow families to select exactly what they need. Their cremation funeral packages start at $2,495, direct cremations at $995, and full funeral packages with casket at $4,295. For those seeking the utmost value, the ‘Economy with Dignity’ package ensures respectful service at an affordable cost.

The professional staff is led by Clarence F. Benboe, Vice President, Secretary-Treasurer, and Funeral Director Manager, alongside Henry Brooks as Funeral Director and Embalming Manager, Louise Pennix as Funeral Director and Office Manager, Larry Austin as Funeral Director and Embalmer, Langston Gaither as Funeral Director, and apprentices John Marshall and Louis Rogers. Their collective expertise ensures every detail is handled with care and respect.

Rodgers-Awkard & Lyons also specializes in preplanning, allowing individuals to lock in today’s prices with a deposit as low as $100 through the Funeral Funding Trust of Kentucky. Full prepayment within 90 days guarantees the price plus accrued interest, providing peace of mind for future needs. The funeral home is a member of the Kentucky Funeral Directors Association, Funeral Funding Trust of Kentucky, and Funeral Auto Company, which grants access to a fleet of over 20 hearses and 20 limousines for seamless transportation.

Payment options include bank checks, cash, major credit cards (American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Discover) with a 3% processing fee, and financing through Lending USA. For more information or to arrange services, families are invited to call (502) 584-3945 or visit the website to view recent obituaries and service details. Rodgers-Awkard & Lyons Funeral Home remains dedicated to serving families with dignity, compassion, and affordability.