Service by Collins Funerals

Collins Funeral Home, Inc., operating as Service by Collins, is a deeply respected funeral home serving the Jackson, Mississippi community with a legacy of compassionate care that spans nearly a century. Founded in 1924 as the Frazier and Collins Funeral Home, the business emerged from a partnership between Malachi Collins and E.W. Hall, who first established Hall and Collins Funeral Home in Hattiesburg in 1916. After Malachi Collins purchased the G. F. Frazier Funeral Home in Jackson in 1924, the business relocated to 415 North Farish Street in 1939. Tragically, Malachi Collins passed away shortly after the move, leaving his wife Mary Collins and daughter Clarie Collins Harvey to steer the enterprise. Under their leadership, the funeral home became one of the few African American women-owned small businesses in the South during the mid-twentieth century. In 1950, the firm was renamed Collins Funeral Home, and Mary Collins served as President and CEO until her death in 1970. Her daughter, Clarie Collins Harvey, then took the helm and expanded the business further, publishing quarterly newsletters, establishing the Collins Burial Insurance Association—a common practice among African American funeral homes—and becoming a cornerstone of the Farish Street black business district. The funeral home gained historical significance when it hosted the funeral of civil rights leader Medgar Evers in 1963, with 6,000 mourners marching from the home after the service. Today, Collins Funeral Home continues to offer peace and healing through superior service, with many years of professional experience to lighten burdens during difficult times. The business provides distinctive, personal, and affordable funeral and memorial services designed to honor loved ones in unique and meaningful ways. Their offerings include burial service, comprehensive planning, obituary management, grief support, and flower ordering. The funeral home is wheelchair accessible with an accessible entrance and parking lot, ensuring all families can access their facilities. They operate with on-site parking and are open Monday through Friday, with Saturday and Sunday closed. Collins Funeral Home serves families from two locations: the historic 415 North Farish Street location (phone 601-948-7223) and a second location at 461 West Northside Drive in Jackson (phone 601-366-9889). Their professional staff is available 24/7, 365 days a year to assist families. The business is dedicated to handling all aspects of funeral arrangements, from obtaining necessary certificates and permits to coordinating with clergy and cemetery officials, creating a supportive environment for mourners. By blending a rich history of resilience and community service with modern compassion and convenience, Collins Funeral Home remains a trusted pillar for families in Jackson and beyond.