Kinchen Funeral Home, Inc.

Kinchen Funeral Home, Inc. is a deeply rooted family-owned funeral home serving the Lafayette and Acadiana communities of Louisiana with dignity and compassion for over 85 years. Founded in November 1938, the business began at its original location on Delord Street in Lafayette before moving to its current state-of-the-art facility at 1011 North St. Antoine Street in 2001. Recognizing the growing needs of the region, Kinchen Funeral Home expanded its reach with a second location at 218 North St. Valarie Street in Abbeville, Louisiana, ensuring families in Vermilion Parish also have access to its trusted services.

Under the dedicated management of Eric M. Singleton, Kinchen Funeral Home provides a comprehensive range of funeral services tailored to honor every life uniquely. The home offers traditional burial services, cremation services, and both traditional and nontraditional funeral ceremonies. An onsite chapel is available for visitations, memorial services, and funeral rites, providing a serene and respectful environment for families and friends to gather. The facility is fully wheelchair accessible, with an accessible entrance and parking lot to accommodate all guests. On-site parking adds further convenience for those attending services.

Committed to supporting families through every step of the grieving process, Kinchen Funeral Home also offers pre-arrangement planning, grief support resources, and floral services. The funeral home’s website features an extensive, regularly updated list of obituaries, allowing the community to stay informed and pay their respects. Families can sign up for obituary notifications to receive timely updates.

Kinchen Funeral Home holds memberships with several prestigious professional organizations, including the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA), the International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association (ICCFA), and the National Funeral Directors & Morticians Association (NFDMA). It is also an active member of the Greater Southwest Louisiana Black Chamber of Commerce, the Louisiana Funeral Directors and Mortician Association, the Louisiana Funeral Directors Association (LFDA), and the Southwest Louisiana Funeral Directors Association. These affiliations reflect the home’s commitment to the highest standards of ethical practice and community service.

With a legacy of compassionate care that spans generations, Kinchen Funeral Home, Inc. remains a cornerstone of the Lafayette and Abbeville communities, offering personalized, professional, and affordable funeral services that celebrate life and provide comfort to those who mourn.