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Pixley Funeral Home in Rochester plans thoughtful funeral and memorial services for families in Oakland County, Michigan. Located in the greater Detroit area for more than 125 years, we proudly serve our community with respect and compassion.

Care when you need it

Our experienced staff understands the difficulties associated with losing a loved one. We offer funeral and cremation options for every budget so families can plan tributes that meets their needs. In addition, we welcome your family's beliefs, customs and traditions, ensuring that you are comfortable with every decision.

One popular option for those concerned with funeral costs is to make arrangements ahead of time. We can help you ensure every detail is handled, costs are managed and your loved ones are not left with the burden of planning during an emotional time.

Let's celebrate life

Whether you need immediate assistance or wish to plan ahead, all of our service options are fully customizable. At Pixley Funeral Home, families have the ability to plan traditional or contemporary services that represent life's great journey.

What makes your loved one unique? Share their passions and accomplishments with our caring funeral directors. We will take those small details and create something to remember for generations. Let our staff handle it all—from catering and music to personalized items with a favorite quote and photo. No matter how your family wants to celebrate, we guide you through the entire process.

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Pixley Funeral Home has a strong reputation for excellence, and we look forward to serving you. Call or come by to meet our funeral directors or to get more information about funeral and memorial services in Oakland County.

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At Pixley Funeral Home, we understand the unique needs of America’s veterans and their families. As a Level Four Founding Community Partner with We Honor Veterans, we are honored to serve our nation’s heroes and take this responsibility seriously. We have taken steps to ensure our staff is knowledgeable of all the benefits available to military veterans and their families.

In addition, we host community events annually in honor of our veterans and work closely with local veterans organizations. With respect, integrity and dignity, we will walk you through the steps of creating a veteran’s memorial service that truly honors the life and sacrifice of your loved one.

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100% SERVICE GUARANTEE

At Dignity Memorial, we take our promises seriously. That’s why we offer a 100% service guarantee. We strive to get every detail right the first time, every time. If for some reason we don’t and you’re dissatisfied with any aspect of your service, we will remedy it quickly and fully. Learn about our Dignity Difference benefits.

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Interested in learning more? Call us at 248-651-9641 to request a custom quote.

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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.

"Pixley helped resolve an after-the-fact cemetery charge mix-up, offered advice and spoke with the cemetery on our behalf - above and beyond what they needed to do."

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September 2020

"One of the less stressful experiences I have ever had when it comes to a funeral. The Pixley staff will bend over backwards to ensure are not stressed over the occasion."

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July 2020

"Erica was a consummate and compassionate guide to inform and assist us in all arrangements."

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July 2020

"We couldn't have been more pleased with the way Pixley handled my father's funeral. We had a brief viewing there with limited guests due to Covid 19 and then a grave side service in which they handled from beginning to end in a professional manner."

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June 2020

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Meet Our Team

Here for you when you need us.

  • Managing Director

    Vern A Pixley

    Managing Director
  • Rochester Funeral Home Manager - Pixley Funeral Home

    Timothy D Summerford

    Manager
  • Keego Harbor Funeral Home Funeral Director - Pixley Funeral Home Godhardt-Tomlinson Chapel

    Kevin Drummelsmith

    Funeral Director
  • Rochester Funeral Home Funeral Director - Pixley Funeral Home

    Gabriele Ducharme

    Funeral Director
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