I got my father cremated this year with Mid South. I began this process in mid January with…read morecompleting the death certificate and other tasks. I reside in California, so I relied heavily on emails and phone calls. They were easy to communicate with and kept me updated on the entire process. I received both the final death certificate and my father's remains a few weeks ago. Happy my family decided to go with this organization. Highly recommend them.

From the owner: Mid South Mortuary Service can arrange your direct cremation in a timely manner. Instead of having…read moreto make urgent decisions on a strict burial timeline, you can plan your loved ones cremation from the comfort of your home in a matter of minutes. Cremation transfers are available if you need to ship the ashes to a distant loved one. Ship-in services and ship-out services are also available for the body of the deceased before cremation occurs. When you choose cremation, do not forget to pick the suitable urns, cremation containers, and outer burial containers for the ashes. You can split the ashes into multiple containers if needed. You are free to arrange your own private scattering of ashes ceremony. Or you can gather with friends and family to share memories and honor a life well-lived.

I had to come into town all the way from California for my mother's funeral. I had no idea what to…read moreexpect. This mortuary and everyone there was absolutely amazing. When I saw my mother she looked gorgeous, so much that I actually felt happy for her. Every detail just perfectly done. The coffin shined, words cannot express what this business did! They had paperwork ready for me that was confusing but needed figured out so all I had to do was sign. They worked with my family that lives locally to handle and prepare on my behalf. I honestly am thinking about them for my own services and I live across the country. I wholeheartedly recommend this place! Thank you all so much there are no words for what you have done!!!

Randy and his staff were incredibly helpful. They made everything very easy to understand and…read morecompassionate to our family since we live out of state. Thank you.

From the owner: 2 Locations To Better Serve You * Kennett - 115 S By-Pass 573-888-3311 * Senath - 108 N. Main…read more573-738-2311

They did a fantastic job with my stepfather's funeral. There were no glitches. Everything went…read moreexactly as planned, and that matters in a time of mourning. Special thanks to Cindy. Professional, caring and understanding of our needs.

Really cool sets of "art"! Enjoyed walking around and seeing what it had to offer. Had a great day…read moretrip to Brownsville!

A truly unique work of art, spectacular to be created by one man in such an unlikely spot near…read moredowntown Brownsville. Don't miss the museum in the barber shop adjoining the property. Don't worry about directions or finding it, just keep looking up- you can't miss it.

I love old cemeteries. This one has some great history and some beautiful headstones. A couple…read morehistorical markers throughout the cemetery, including one that talks about Yellow Fever.

I had an inquiry I sent by letter and they replied right away. Very, very helpful.read more

It's taken me a year to write this review as I was too upset at the time to say anything. While my…read morepaternal family has used this home for many of our family services, I would STRONGLY advise against it. Two instances occurred that left me flabbergasted and disgusted: the utter disregard for my father's final wishes and the lack of attention the funeral home ushers placed on recognizing immediate family. Issue 1 occurred when meeting with the owner of the home and explaining that my father wished to be cremated. He went into gruesome detail on what cremation includes. He used the guise of "I have to tell you all this because it's the law" but I have yet to uncover such a regulation. He only apologized when I left the room and refused to continue the discussions until he changed the subject matter. Issue 2 actually happened at the funeral for my father. After everyone had left the chapel and were congregating outside, I went to the family room to grab some water and collect myself. One of the ushers had the nerve to push me into going to say my "final farewells" and informed me of the placement of MY OWN FATHER'S head in the casket. You know, the same casket I had been standing near for hours that day as families tend to great mourners. I was APPALLED that the usher didn't even bother to recognize the deceased daughter and felt the need to push someone to do something that they had actually politely declined. This was by far the WORST experience I've had with a funeral home. "Calloused" and "disrespectful" do Barlow's more justice then they actually deserve. If a caring and warm experience is what you anticipate when laying to rest your beloved family member or friend, then I strongly advise you take your business elsewhere.