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About

J. E. Hixson & Sons in Lake Charles has served families throughout southwest Louisiana for over 80 years. Our funeral directors are dedicated to helping you celebrate your life or that of a loved one with a funeral or memorial service that pays a special tribute to life.

Building relationships

J. E. Hixson & Sons, along with our affiliate cemeteries in Lake Charles, ensure you not only receive the compassionate care you expect from a locally operated funeral home but also the value you deserve in creating a unique memorial.

We provide each family with the personal attention they need and will honor your loved one through a thoughtful service that respects your wishes and traditions. In addition, our team will help you write an obituary, coordinate catering and schedule visitation hours that accommodate your entire group.

Accommodating chapels

We also offer many funeral home locations throughout southwest Louisiana to serve you and your family. Several of our chapels have been remodeled with the needs of our families in mind. The Hixson family of funeral homes feature large chapels and event rooms that can be decorated to show your loved one's passions. Our goal is to offer both large gathering spaces and intimate rooms, giving you the opportunity to spend time with family and friends.

Customize your experience

Our caring funeral directors and support staff are here if you'd like to plan ahead your funeral or cremation services. We have compassionate family service counselors who realize that planning ahead is a responsible, caring act that can reduce stress for your grieving loved ones. It's easy to understand how making decisions now about your final funeral arrangements can help ensure your wishes are honored.

We're here for you

When it comes to planning a funeral for yourself or for someone you love, J. E. Hixson & Sons works to honor all your funeral, cremation and memorial service needs. Our dedicated team welcomes the opportunity to serve you with the respect you deserve. Please contact us or stop by to tour our funeral home in Lake Charles or to discuss your service needs.

History

J. E. Hixson & Sons in Lake Charles, Louisiana, has helped families plan thoughtful funeral and memorial services for over 80 years.

Experience and care

Since 1933, the Hixson family has served families with dignity in the rendering of service that comes with quiet respect and a sincere desire to help. We offer professional experience that has not detracted from the sincerity which characterizes each detail of our service to the people of southwest Louisiana. With a simple desire to honor our families, you can rely on us during your time of need.

Amenities

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Honor the memory of your loved one with cemetery flower placement. You choose the flowers. You choose the months. We do the rest.

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Express your sympathy with flowers & gifts

1-800-Flowers

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Bouquet of flowers on a cemetery

Remember the one you love

Honor the memory of your loved one with cemetery flower placement. You choose the flowers. You choose the months. We do the rest.

Learn More

Express your sympathy with flowers & gifts

View arrangements
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Express your sympathy with flowers & gifts

1-800-Flowers

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Unable to find an obituary?

Not finding what you are looking for? Search for your loved one's obituary across any of our other locations.

VIEW OBITUARIES
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Express your sympathy with flowers & gifts

1-800-Flowers

View arrangements

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Unable to find an obituary?

Not finding what you are looking for? Search for your loved one's obituary across any of our Washelli locations.

VIEW OBITUARIES
A beautiful bouquet of flowers

Express your sympathy with flowers & gifts

 1-800-Flowers

View Arrangements
Bouquet of flowers on a cemetery

Remember the one you love

Honor the memory of your loved one with cemetery flower placement. You choose the flowers. You choose the months. We do the rest.

Learn More
Vintage photos scattered

Unable to find an obituary?

Not finding what you are looking for? Search for your loved one's obituary across any of our other locations.

VIEW OBITUARIES

Ratings & Reviews

Verified Customer Reviews

Since 2005, many of our customers have taken the time to tell us how we did each year via our Voice of the Customer program. Our star ratings and comments from families come directly from these surveys.

"The staff and facilities are very nice a clean. I will only hope that my personal funeral will be as nice."

jd-power-verified-checkmark Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer

June 2021

"Staff always seems kind, courteous, and willing to help. We can't thank Tyler enough for his assistance with everything."

jd-power-verified-checkmark Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer

April 2021

"Tyler was so understanding and passionate with us. A true gentleman."

jd-power-verified-checkmark Verified Cremation Customer

April 2021

"Could not get better service anywhere they make you feel like family."

jd-power-verified-checkmark Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer

March 2021

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