Finch & Finch, Inc.

Finch & Finch, Inc. Funeral & Cremation Service is a distinguished fifth-generation family-owned funeral home deeply rooted in the communities of Central Virginia. With a legacy spanning over 119 years, it proudly holds the distinction of being the oldest business in Altavista and one of the oldest locally owned funeral homes in the state. Since its founding in 1905, the firm has been guided by a commitment to professionalism, compassion, and personalized care, earning the 2025 Pursuit of Excellence Award.

Conveniently located at 124 Flynn Street in Gladys, Virginia, Finch & Finch serves families throughout Altavista, Gladys, Lynchburg, Rustburg, and Evington. The facility is designed with accessibility in mind, featuring a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking lot, ensuring all guests can participate in services comfortably.

Finch & Finch offers a comprehensive range of funeral and cremation services to honor every family's unique needs and wishes. Traditional funeral services include visitation, viewing, and graveside ceremonies, often followed by a reception to share memories and comfort. For those seeking a simpler option, direct cremation provides an affordable and respectful alternative, while cremation with a memorial service offers flexibility for a later gathering. The funeral home also specializes in life celebrations – more casual, personalized events that honor a loved one's personality, from outdoor barbecues to themed parties.

Understanding the deep bond between people and their pets, Finch & Finch provides pet funeral services, including pet cremation and burial, allowing families to honor their furry companions with dignity. A unique comfort offered is the presence of Maggie, a therapy Sheepadoodle on staff, who provides emotional support to grieving families during services. Grief resources and support are available long after the service ends.

The funeral home also assists with pre-planning, enabling individuals to document their wishes for burial or cremation, choose caskets, urns, and memorial jewelry in advance, and relieve their families of difficult decisions. Veterans are honored with military honors and assistance with paperwork, including the option to include bagpipes or other traditions. Additional services include permanent memorialization such as custom monuments, grave markers, and keepsake jewelry, as well as mobile arrangements and online pre-planning forms for convenience.

Finch & Finch maintains transparent pricing and offers a variety of funeral products, including caskets, urns, vaults, and memorials, all available on-site. As a member of the National Funeral Directors Association and the Virginia Funeral Directors Association, the firm upholds the highest standards of ethics and service. Whether planning ahead or facing an immediate loss, families can trust Finch & Finch to provide exceptional care and guidance, ensuring each life is honored with dignity and respect.