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Burch-Messier Funeral Home
317 West Main Street, Bedford, VA 24523 · (540) 586-7360
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★★★★★4.830 Google reviews

About Burch-Messier Funeral Home

Burch-Messier Funeral Home is an independently owned funeral home serving the Bedford, Virginia area. They offer full-service funeral arrangements, including cremation and traditional burial options. Pricing starts at $1,300 for direct cremation and $2,000 for traditional burial, which tends to be accessible relative to what families typically encounter at larger or more urban funeral homes. Across 30 Google reviews, they hold a 4.8-star rating, though the relatively modest review volume is worth keeping in mind when weighing that score.
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Pricing overview
Source: General Price List · Data as of Apr 2026
Direct cremation
All-inclusive package
$1,300
Traditional burial
Full-service package
$2,000
Direct cremation from
$1,300
Basic Services of Funeral Director and Staff1 items
Basic Services of the Director, Staff, and Overhead
$2,200
Embalming1 items
Embalming
$750
Use of Facilities and Staff4 items
Use of Facilities and Staff for Viewing/Visitation
$600
Use of Facilities and Staff for Funeral Ceremony
$600
Use of Facilities and Staff for Memorial Service
$600
Use of Equipment and Staff for Graveside Service
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Transportation3 items
Transfer of Remains to Funeral Home (First Call)
$300
Use of a Funeral Coach (Hearse)
$300
Use of a Family Car (Limousine)
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Forwarding of Remains1 items
Forwarding Remains to Another Funeral Home
$2,000
Receiving Remains from Another Funeral Home1 items
Receiving Remains from Another Funeral Home
$2,000
Direct Cremation1 items
Direct Cremation
$1,300
Immediate Burial1 items
Direct Burial
$2,000

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Google Reviews
★★★★★Leah Franks
a month ago

After Mom passed and the days were darkened by our loss, Chris and Tammy at Burch-Messier were so kind and helped guide us in the process so we may honor Mom. We appreciate their compassion, their sympathy, and their guidance and support. Thank you so much Burch-Messier!

★★★★★Karen Richards
a month ago

Chris was great. Very compassionate, thorough and good at his job.

★★★★★june lacy
5 months ago

The staff are very caring and respectful during one of the hardest times in life. I very grateful to them for the dignified way they treated my father.

★★★★★Susan Deal
6 months ago

I would like to thank Burch Messier for their outstanding service during the recent passing of our Dad. Their professionalism and compassion were a comfort in making the arrangements. From appointment scheduling to Chris explaining everything in detail and making sure our questions were answered w…

★★★★★Sherry Creasy
2 years ago

I would like to thank Chris Burch & his staff. We have used their service for years. They have handled many of our family members. Chris even went to N.C. and brought our mother home to be buried when she passed. He got up at midnight and traveled alone. Recently we had to lay our Aunt Betty to …

Quick facts
OwnershipIndependent
Phone(540) 586-7360
ServicesNot provided
HoursMonday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
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