Funeral home in Indianapolis, IN
Shirley Brothers Mortuaries
9606 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46229
About Shirley Brothers Mortuaries
- Over 125 years of continuous family ownership and operation, established in 1898.
- Five distinct chapel locations across Indianapolis and Fishers, providing broad geographic reach.
- Emphasis on 'designing healing experiences' rather than solely handling remains, focusing on emotional support.
- Extensive grief support resources, including online interactive videos with an Executive Counseling Director and daily email affirmations.
- Historical presence of a 'grief dog,' Barkley, who offered comfort to families for many years.
History
- 1898Ottie N. Shirley founded the O.N. Shirley Funeral Home at 2755 East Washington Street in Indianapolis.
- 1909-1913O.N. Shirley was joined by his brothers Luther and Arley.
- 1919The three brothers incorporated the business as Shirley Brothers Company, Inc.
- 1920sShirley Brothers became the largest funeral establishment in Indianapolis, closed its Rural and Washington Street chapel, relocated to 10th and Illinois Streets, and also opened a chapel on West Michigan Street.
- 1930sLuther Shirley's former home at 5377 East Washington Street became the company's Irving Hill Chapel.
- 1945O.N. Shirley died.
- 1950sWalter and Kenneth Shirley added the Drexel Chapel at 10th and Drexel.
- 1960sThe West Michigan Street Chapel closed.
Staff
- Frederick N. ShirleyPresident, Funeral Director
- James A. ShirleyFuneral Director
- Gary K. GrayFuneral Director
- Dustin Miller
- Alan Dunbar
- Laura McCorkle
- Tracy McClarnonOffice Administrator
- Paula GardnerOffice Administrator
- BarkleyGrief Dog / Good Boy
Prices
Direct cremation at Shirley Brothers Mortuaries is $923 above the Indianapolis median of $1,657 (50 other Indianapolis homes with a price).
Basic burial at Shirley Brothers Mortuaries is $175 below the Indianapolis median of $4,300 (13 other Indianapolis homes with a price).
Services
- Cremation
- Burial
- Pre-planning
- Veterans services
- Grief support
Not listed: Direct cremation, Traditional funeral, Graveside service, Memorial service, Green burial and Shipping and out-of-town transfers. Ask if you need one.
Also offered
- Funerals
Facilities
- On-site chapel
- Reception area
- Faith traditions
- Catholic
Nearby funeral homes
- Flanner Buchanan - Washington Park EastDirect cremation $3,055
- Hendryx Mortuaries, Inc.Direct cremation $1,695
- Flanner Buchanan Memorial ParkDirect cremation $3,055
- Quincy J. Webster Funeral ChapelDirect cremation $995
- Feeney-Hornak Shadeland Mortuary
- Legacy Cremation & Funeral Services
- Shirley Brothers Co., Inc. Irving Hill Chapel
- Oakley-Hammond Funeral Home, Inc.Direct cremation $1,659
Compare Shirley Brothers Mortuaries with the nearest homes side by side
Common questions
How much is direct cremation at Shirley Brothers Mortuaries?
Shirley Brothers Mortuaries lists direct cremation at $2,580, $923 above the Indianapolis median of $1,657 across 50 other Indianapolis homes.
Does Shirley Brothers Mortuaries offer cremation?
Yes. Cremation is on Shirley Brothers Mortuaries' service list.
What funeral homes are near Shirley Brothers Mortuaries?
Flanner Buchanan - Washington Park East (direct cremation $3,055), Hendryx Mortuaries, Inc. (direct cremation $1,695) and Flanner Buchanan Memorial Park (direct cremation $3,055).