Morgan Funeral Home, Inc.

Morgan Funeral Home, Inc. has served the community of Advance, Missouri, and the surrounding areas with dignified and compassionate funeral care since 1929. Established by Lloyd S. Morgan, who graduated the same year from the St. Louis College of Mortuary Science, the funeral home has a rich history as Advance’s first and only funeral home, operated exclusively by members of the Morgan family for nearly a century. Upon Lloyd’s passing in 1952, his sons Jack and Bill, who had followed him into the funeral business, took over its operation. William H. Morgan, Sr.—affectionately known as “Big Bill”—assumed leadership and continued the family legacy. A graduate of Advance High School and the St. Louis College of Mortuary Science (1947), Big Bill also served honorably in the U.S. Army during World War II, earning several medals, including three Bronze Stars. The funeral home originally located at 317 Gabriel Street, later moved to its current location at 602 South Vine Street in Advance, Missouri. The facility offers wheelchair-accessible entrances and parking, ensuring that all families can access services with ease. On-site parking and air conditioning add to the comfort and convenience for visitors. Morgan Funeral Home provides a comprehensive range of services to meet the diverse needs of the families it serves. These include traditional funeral services, visitations, cremation services, and pre-need planning. The home also assists with floral arrangements through its associated shop, The Flower Box, and offers monument and memorial services to create lasting tributes. The funeral home’s professional staff is committed to personalizing every service to honor the unique life and legacy of the deceased, from coordinating every detail of visitations and ceremonies to supporting families through the grieving process. The funeral home maintains an active online presence, featuring recent obituaries for community members such as Linda Wiseman, Terry Myrant, Cynthia D. Freeman, Sharon Wolk, and Ruth Ann Carr, with details on visitations and services. With a perfect 5-star rating on Google Maps from six reviews, Morgan Funeral Home is recognized for its dedication, respect, and care. The business is temporarily closed at the time of this data collection, but its long-standing reputation and century-old tradition of family service continue to be a cornerstone of the Advance community. Whether assisting with immediate needs or pre-planning arrangements, Morgan Funeral Home remains a trusted partner during life’s most difficult moments. The Morgan family’s unwavering commitment to serving others with kindness and professionalism has made the funeral home a pillar of the community, and its legacy of care is passed down through generations.