Kraft-Sussman Funeral and Cremation Services

Kraft-Sussman Funeral & Cremation Services is an award-winning, independently owned funeral home located in the Spring Valley area of Las Vegas, Nevada. Founded in 2009 by Wendy Kraft and Laura Sussman, the firm was established with a clear mission: to provide a compassionate, personalized, and dignified alternative to the corporate funeral providers that dominate Southern Nevada. From its inception, Kraft-Sussman has been a proud LGBTQ+-friendly establishment, welcoming families of all backgrounds, orientations, and traditions with open arms and genuine respect.

The funeral home is situated at 3975 South Durango Drive, Suite #104, in a professional office plaza. The interior design intentionally departs from the somber, traditional mortuary aesthetic, instead offering an earthy, comfortable, and professional environment that feels more like a welcoming office than a funeral home. The facility features a chapel with movable seating that allows for flexible service configurations, including arrangements in the round, as well as private viewing rooms, a reception area, and dedicated spaces for identification viewings. The location is fully wheelchair accessible, with free on-site parking, and offers gender-neutral restrooms, reflecting the firm’s commitment to inclusivity.

Kraft-Sussman provides a comprehensive range of services, including burial services, cremation services, funeral and memorial services, and pre-need planning. The firm was a pioneer in Nevada: in 2019, it became the first funeral home in the state—and the 14th in the United States—to offer aquamation (alkaline hydrolysis), a water-based, eco-friendly alternative to traditional flame cremation. Additionally, human composting (natural organic reduction) is available through a licensed partner provider. For families seeking traditional options, burial services start at $4,525 and cremation services at $3,010, with transparent pricing available through downloadable general price lists. The firm also offers online arrangement capabilities, free self-service online obituaries, cremation keepsakes, parting stones, and aftercare grief support.

The staff at Kraft-Sussman includes experienced, licensed funeral directors and certified celebrants who can craft personalized celebrations of life. Unique offerings include a therapy dog, out-of-town transfer services, and veteran services with military honors. The firm is knowledgeable in a wide range of cultural and religious traditions—including Jewish, Christian, Catholic, Hindu, Buddhist, and more—and can arrange for a shomer upon request for Jewish families. Kraft-Sussman is the only mortuary in Southern Nevada invited to participate as a member of Kavod (selected Jewish funeral homes) and is part of the Selected Independent Funeral Homes network.

With a stellar 4.9-star rating from over 300 reviews on Google and consistent 5.0-star feedback on its website, Kraft-Sussman is celebrated for its empathetic, patient, and professional care. Families repeatedly praise the staff for going above and beyond, making a difficult time easier with undivided attention and support. The firm serves Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, and surrounding communities, operating Monday through Friday from 8 am to 4:30 pm, with weekends by appointment and a 24/7 answering service. For those seeking a funeral home that combines independence, innovation, and heartfelt service, Kraft-Sussman Funeral & Cremation Services stands as a trusted partner in honoring life.