Funeral Homes in Overland Park, KS: A 2026 Guide for Johnson County Families

Choosing a funeral home in Overland Park is not a decision most families make with time to spare. Whether you're making arrangements now or researching options ahead of time, you deserve a clear, honest comparison of what's available in Johnson County — without the sales pressure.

This guide covers the main funeral homes serving Overland Park and the surrounding area, what each one does well, how their pricing compares, and the questions worth asking before you commit. Pricing data and provider details are sourced from publicly available general price lists and verified February 2026.

What's Changed in the Overland Park Funeral Home Market

Before getting into individual providers, one development is worth knowing: Overland Park Funeral Chapel, which operated at 8201 Metcalf Avenue since 1963, has closed and consolidated into its sister location, Johnson County Funeral Chapel and Memorial Gardens at 11200 Metcalf Avenue — roughly three miles south.

If your family had a prior relationship with Overland Park Chapel, Johnson County Funeral Chapel is now the continuation of that operation. Both locations were owned and operated by the same organization, and Johnson County Funeral Chapel carries the same staff, services, and traditions forward.

This matters because several older online listings, directories, and word-of-mouth recommendations still reference the Overland Park Chapel address. Families who call that number or show up at 8201 Metcalf will be directed to 11200 Metcalf.

The Five Questions That Actually Matter When Choosing a Funeral Home

Before the provider-by-provider breakdown, these are the five questions that distinguish a good funeral home selection from a rushed one. Ask every provider you're considering:

1. Can I see your General Price List? Federal law — the FTC Funeral Rule — requires every funeral home to give you an itemized price list upon request, in person or by phone. Any hesitation to provide this is a red flag. Request it before you visit or schedule a consultation.

2. Do you operate your own crematory on-site? If cremation is your choice, knowing whether the cremation happens at the funeral home or at a contracted third-party facility matters for both tracking and peace of mind. Ask directly.

3. Are you independently owned or part of a national chain? Some Overland Park funeral homes are owned by regional families; others are part of large corporations. Neither is inherently better, but knowing who owns the business — and what that means for staff continuity and pricing flexibility — is relevant information.

4. What does the base price include, and what's extra? The headline price for a direct cremation or burial package rarely reflects the true total. Ask what the all-in price is for your specific situation, including death certificates, transportation, and any required permits.

5. If I prepay, where does the money go? For pre-planning, confirm the name of the financial institution holding trust funds and whether the contract is revocable or irrevocable. Our guide to pre-planning a funeral in Johnson County covers this in detail.

Overland Park and Johnson County Funeral Homes: Provider by Provider

The following profiles cover the primary providers serving Overland Park families. This is not a paid ranking — providers appear in geographic and service-type context. For the full directory including additional providers, see the full Overland Park funeral home directory.

Johnson County Funeral Chapel & Memorial Gardens

Address: 11200 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park, KS 66210

Phone: (913) 451-1860

Established: 1951 (over 70 years serving Johnson County)

Ownership: Independently operated

Johnson County Funeral Chapel is the most established full-service funeral provider physically located in Overland Park. The facility includes a chapel, private arrangement rooms, reception space, an indoor mausoleum, and an on-site outdoor cemetery — meaning burial and cremation can both be handled without transporting remains off-site. They offer traditional burial, cremation with and without services, celebration of life, veterans services, and pre-need planning.

The on-site cemetery and mausoleum is uncommon among Overland Park funeral homes and matters practically for families who want burial on the same grounds where services are held. The indoor mausoleum is one of a small number in Johnson County.

Pricing context: Direct cremation is listed at approximately $2,835 per publicly available third-party data. This is toward the higher end for cremation-only services in the Johnson County market, reflecting the full-service facility and on-site cemetery overhead.

Best for: Families who want a full-service funeral home with an on-site cemetery, prefer to handle everything in one location, or have an existing relationship with the former Overland Park Funeral Chapel.

McGilley & Hoge Johnson County Memorial Chapel

Address: 8024 Santa Fe Dr., Overland Park, KS 66204

Phone: (913) 642-3565

Established: 1977 (in historic downtown Overland Park)

Ownership: Dignity Memorial network (Service Corporation International)

McGilley & Hoge is located in Overland Park's historic downtown district on Santa Fe Drive, a location with deep roots in the community. As a member of the Dignity Memorial network — the largest funeral services company in North America — McGilley & Hoge offers Dignity's national network benefits, which include transferability of pre-need contracts to other Dignity Memorial locations if you relocate.

The downtown Overland Park location has genuine historical significance — the funeral home traces its presence on Santa Fe Drive back to when it was a two-lane gravel road. The Dignity Memorial network membership also provides access to veteran funeral benefits coordination and the online obituary and memorial platform that Dignity operates at scale.

Pricing context: McGilley & Hoge does not publish itemized pricing publicly. As a Dignity Memorial affiliate, pricing tends to reflect the premium positioning of the national network. Request the General Price List directly by calling (913) 642-3565.

Best for: Families who value the historic downtown Overland Park location, want the backing of a large national network (including transferable pre-need contracts), or are coordinating funeral arrangements across multiple cities where Dignity Memorial has locations.

Heartland Cremation & Burial Society — Overland Park Arrangement Center

Address: Overland Park, KS (arrangement center — call for address)

Established: Over 20 years in the Kansas City market; family-owned and operated

Ownership: Independent, family-owned

Heartland Cremation is Johnson County's most price-competitive cremation provider. They operate as a dedicated cremation society — meaning their focus is exclusively cremation and cremation-related services rather than traditional burial. Their Overland Park arrangement center is positioned as a modern, low-pressure environment designed specifically for families choosing cremation.

Pricing (published directly):

• Simple Cremation (direct cremation, no service): $1,295
• With Final Goodbye (brief gathering before cremation): $1,695
• Simple Burial (casket included): $3,715
• Modern Day Funeral (casket included): $5,995

For families choosing direct cremation specifically, this is the lowest published price among the major Overland Park-area providers. For a full breakdown of what direct cremation includes and doesn't include at this price point, see our guide to direct cremation in Overland Park.

Best for: Families choosing cremation who prioritize price transparency and the lowest available cost for direct or simple cremation in Overland Park.

Amos Family Funeral Home & Crematory

Address: 10901 Johnson Drive, Shawnee, KS 66203

Phone: (913) 631-5566

Hours: Open 24 hours, 7 days a week

Established: 1946 (79 years of continuous family operation)

Ownership: Family-owned, the Amos family since 1946

Amos Family is technically located in Shawnee rather than Overland Park, but it sits within Johnson County and serves the full Overland Park area. It is one of the oldest continuously family-operated funeral homes in the greater Kansas City area. The facility is substantial: a reception hall that seats up to 300, two chapels, and — uniquely — two on-site crematories, one of which accommodates Hindu and Sikh ceremonial requirements.

Pricing context: Direct cremation is listed at approximately $2,735 per public third-party data. Their pricing reflects the breadth of their facilities, the 24-hour availability, and 79 years of continuous family operation.

Best for: Families who prioritize multi-generational family ownership, need 24/7 immediate-need availability, require Hindu or Sikh cremation accommodation, or want a large facility with reception space for up to 300 guests.

Cremation Society of Kansas and Missouri — Overland Park

Address: Overland Park, KS 66223

Services: Cremation-focused

The Cremation Society of Kansas and Missouri operates an Overland Park location focused on cremation services. They offer direct cremation and cremation with memorial service options for families seeking a cremation-specialist provider in the southern Overland Park area near 66223.

Best for: Families in the southern Overland Park / 66223 zip code area looking for a cremation-specialist provider close to home.

How Overland Park Funeral Home Pricing Compares

For families making a direct comparison, here is how the primary providers stack up on the key price points most families ask about first. All figures are based on publicly available or third-party compiled data as of early 2026.

For a line-by-line breakdown of what drives the differences in cremation pricing across Johnson County — including the $50 county permit fee, transport costs, and what to watch for in pricing packages — see our cremation pricing breakdown for Overland Park.

Independent vs. Corporate: What the Ownership Difference Means Practically

Of the providers above, McGilley & Hoge is part of Dignity Memorial (Service Corporation International, the largest funeral services company in the United States). The others are independently operated, with Amos Family being the oldest continuously family-run operation in the group.

Neither structure is inherently superior. But the distinction matters in a few practical situations:

Pre-need contract portability: Dignity Memorial's national network means a pre-need contract can be transferred to another Dignity Memorial location if you move. Independent providers may or may not have transfer arrangements with out-of-area homes — ask before signing.

Pricing flexibility: Independent operators generally have more flexibility on pricing packages and are more likely to negotiate or customize arrangements. Corporate-affiliated homes typically follow standardized pricing structures.

Staff continuity: Independent, family-owned homes tend to have lower staff turnover and longer-tenured funeral directors, which some families find meaningful for a relationship that may span decades of pre-planning. Corporate acquisitions sometimes result in staffing changes.

Scale and resources: Large networks like Dignity Memorial have resources — online obituary platforms, national transfer coordination, standardized quality processes — that independent homes can't always match. For families with members spread across multiple cities, that network infrastructure can be genuinely useful.

What to Do Right Now, Whatever You Decide

Whether you're making immediate arrangements or researching for the future, three concrete steps are worth taking today:

Request General Price Lists. Call or email any provider you're considering and ask for their GPL. You are entitled to it under federal law. Having it before a need arises — or before an emotional arrangement conversation — lets you compare on your own terms.

Write down your preferences. Even one sentence ("I want direct cremation, no service") documented somewhere your family can find it is meaningfully better than nothing. See our full pre-planning guide for Johnson County families for a complete checklist.

Don't let urgency drive the decision alone. In an immediate-need situation, the instinct is to choose the first provider who answers the phone. That's understandable. But you have the right to take a breath, make a few calls, and ask basic questions before signing anything. Reputable funeral homes in Overland Park will not pressure you into an immediate commitment.

When you're ready to connect directly with a Johnson County provider, you can request a free quote from a Johnson County provider through our directory — no obligation, and your information is shared only with the provider matched to your request. Call (913) 210-0597 if you'd prefer to talk through your options first.