Dearly Departed
Compare funeral and end-of-life services in one place.
Browse trusted Austin providers, explore services and pricing, and make a specific plan that is shared directly with the provider before even speaking to them.
No pressure. No unwanted calls. Just clear information to help your family make educated decisions.
We’ll notify you when Dearly Departed launches this summer.
How it works
Step 01
Explore options.
Browse trusted local providers and learn about available services. Compare offerings, pricing, location, and details side by side.
Step 02
Choose what feels right.
Clear pricing and service details help you make confident selections and form a plan.
Step 03
We introduce you directly to them.
The provider has all the information and takes it from there, but we're here to help every step of the way.
Planning should start
with clarity.
Families often want to understand their options before making a call or visiting in person.
Dearly Departed makes it easier to explore services, compare providers, and learn what to expect — all in one place.
“When my dad passed, we spent days driving across Austin, sitting in funeral homes just to gather basic information and compare options. If we could have done that from home as a family, we would have.”
— Drew, Austin resident
Meet the founders
Why sisters Olivia and Hope started Dearly Departed.
After we experienced our own loss, we knew we wanted to help others going through similar tough times. We started this to create a modern, transparent experience that supports families and connects them with trusted local providers.
JOIN THE AUSTIN WAITLIST
Contact us.
Share your details and we’ll notify you when Dearly Departed launches this summer.
FAQs
Common questions.
What is Dearly Departed? +
Dearly Departed is a marketplace that helps families explore and compare funeral and end-of-life services in one place.
Instead of visiting multiple funeral homes or making several calls just to gather basic information, you can review services, pricing, and providers before reaching out.
Build your plan with actual services and products. When you're ready, we introduce you directly to the provider you choose.
Does this replace working directly with a funeral home? +
No. Dearly Departed simply helps you discover and compare providers.
Once you choose a provider, you work with them to finalize the arrangements.
Will providers contact me if I browse the site? +
No.
Providers only receive your information if you choose to connect with them. Browsing and comparing options does not trigger calls or outreach.
Is there a cost to families? +
No. Dearly Departed is free for families to use.
Our goal is simply to make it easier for families to understand their options before making contact.
How do I know the providers are reputable? +
We focus on building a trusted local network of providers serving families in Austin.
Each provider listed on Dearly Departed is a real, established business offering services to families in the community.
What kinds of services can I find on Dearly Departed? +
Depending on your needs, you may find services such as:
- funeral homes
- cremation providers
- memorial venues
- florists and related services
Our goal is to bring the services families often need into one place.
Can I use Dearly Departed if I'm planning ahead? +
You're welcome to browse, however, we are not directly supporting this yet.
When will Dearly Departed launch? +
We're planning for our Austin launch to happen over the summer.
You can join the waitlist to stay informed.