Hansard Family Funeral Home

Hansard Family Funeral Home, located at 815 Main Street in Friona, Texas, is a pillar of compassionate service in the Texas Panhandle and eastern New Mexico. Formerly known as Blackwell Funeral Home, the establishment has been serving families from the same location since 1955. In 2026, under the ownership of licensed funeral director and embalmer John C. "Dusty" Hansard, the business continues a tradition of trust, dignity, and personalized care that spans decades. Dusty Hansard, after graduating from mortuary school, was employed by Mr. John Blackwell and has served Parmer County and surrounding areas for nearly 25 years from this very location. His deep roots in the community and personal experience with loss inform every aspect of the funeral home's approach.

The funeral home provides a wide range of services to meet the diverse needs and customs of families in Friona, Bovina, Farwell, Lazbuddie, Oklahoma Lane, Lariat, and beyond. Whether families choose a traditional funeral service in a church, a ceremony in the funeral home's chapel, or a graveside service, the staff takes the time to listen carefully and plan every detail, helping to alleviate the burden during a difficult time. Hansard Family Funeral Home also offers cremation services, pre-planning options through a program called Life Choices, and comprehensive funeral and cremation information resources. The business is proud to be family-owned and operated, emphasizing honesty, integrity, and trust in every interaction.

The facility is designed with accessibility in mind, featuring a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking lot. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM, with viewings available until 8 PM, and the funeral home is available by phone 24 hours a day. Hansard Family Funeral Home also provides a variety of resources to support the community, including a grief library and bookstore, veteran information, and a memorial tree planting service. Recent obituaries on the website reflect a steady stream of families turning to this trusted establishment to honor their loved ones. The dedicated staff, led by Dusty Hansard, works tirelessly to ensure every family receives the respect and personalized attention they deserve. With a legacy of professional service that continues to grow, Hansard Family Funeral Home remains a steadfast source of comfort and care for the Friona community and the entire region.