Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Funeral Service in South Hill, VA
Crowder-Hite-Crews has been family-owned and operated since 1972, combining the resources to serve with the personal care that defines our approach. We offer a full range of funeral services, including traditional funerals and cremation, with an on-site crematorium installed in 2004 to eliminate third-party transportation. Our team actively participates in local civic organizations, reflecting our deep community roots.Recognized as the Readers Choice for Funeral Service for 17 consecutive years, we provide expert guidance in applying for Social Security, Veterans benefits, and life insurance claims. Our staff includes former presidents of the Virginia Funeral Directors Association, ensuring leadership and expertise in every service we deliver.
Services
Traditional Services
Cremation Services
Preplanning
Bereavement Support
Monuments & Markers
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1972 with generational funeral service expertise
- On-site crematorium eliminates third-party transportation needs
- Assist families with Social Security, Veterans benefits, and insurance claims
- Active in local civic organizations and industry leadership roles
- Awarded Readers Choice for Funeral Service 17 years consecutively
Services
Traditional Funeral Services
We provide comprehensive traditional funeral services tailored to family preferences. Our experienced directors guide families through every step, from casket selection to cemetery arrangements. With a 3-acre pastoral setting and decades of expertise, we ensure dignified ceremonies that honor loved ones while respecting cultural and religious traditions.
Cremation Services
Our on-site crematorium, established in 2004, ensures direct care throughout the cremation process. We offer various urn selections and memorialization options, including cremation jewelry and keepsakes. Our staff provides compassionate guidance for families choosing cremation, with support for memorial service planning and interment arrangements.
Preplanning Services
We help families create detailed prearrangements to relieve future burdens. Our preneed insurance options protect against inflation while ensuring wishes are honored. With flexible payment plans and Virginia-protected funding options, we make preplanning accessible and secure, offering peace of mind for both individuals and their loved ones.
Bereavement Support
Our comprehensive bereavement resources include free counseling services and educational materials. We provide guidance for coping with loss, navigating emotional challenges, and supporting children through grief. Our staff collaborates with local hospice professionals to offer personalized support during difficult transitions.
Monuments & Markers
We offer a range of memorialization options including granite headstones, bronze markers, and custom mausoleums. Our selection includes single and double designs with personalized engravings. From traditional monuments to contemporary memorials, we help families create lasting tributes that reflect individual legacies.
People
Jimmie K. Crowder
President & Co-Owner
With funeral service experience since 1971, Jimmie Crowder leads as President and General Manager. A community leader, he has held multiple civic roles including Chamber of Commerce positions and served as past chairman of the Southside Virginia Community College Board. Licensed in Virginia and North Carolina, he brings decades of expertise to every family served.
W. Randolph Hite
Secretary/Treasurer & Co-Owner
Randolph Hite has been in funeral service since 1971, joining the firm in 1984. He previously served as Southside Virginia Funeral Directors Association president and maintains active roles in multiple community organizations. Licensed in Virginia and North Carolina, he contributes extensive industry knowledge and operational leadership.
Jimmie K. Crowder, Jr.
Vice President/General Manager & Co-Owner
Jimmie Crowder, Jr. has served the firm since 1993 as Vice President. A certified crematory operator with Virginia and North Carolina licenses, he combines generational expertise with modern service approaches. He also serves as organist at South Hill United Methodist Church, reflecting his community commitment.
Matthew Hite
Funeral Service Intern
Matthew Hite, a certified crematory operator, joined after careers in telecommunications and construction. As son of co-owner Randolph Hite, he brings both family dedication and diverse professional experience to his role, supporting families with compassionate service grounded in technical expertise.
Trent Gwaltney
Funeral Service Intern
Trent Gwaltney graduated from Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science in 2019. A South Hill native, he combines formal education with practical experience from Ohio funeral service. Certified in cremation operations, he provides modern service approaches while maintaining traditional values of care and respect.
Questions
What funeral service options do you offer?
We provide traditional funerals, cremation services, and customized memorial options. Our preplanning services help families make arrangements in advance.
Do you have an on-site crematorium?
Yes, we installed our own crematorium in 2004 to ensure direct care and eliminate third-party transportation needs.
Can you help with veterans benefits?
We assist families in applying for Social Security, Veterans benefits, and life insurance claims as part of our comprehensive service.
Are prepayment options available?
Yes, we offer preneed insurance and flexible payment plans to secure future arrangements while protecting against inflation.
What bereavement resources do you provide?
We offer free counseling through CMH Community Hospice and provide educational materials to help families navigate grief and loss.
Do you serve areas beyond South Hill?
While based in South Hill, we serve families throughout Mecklenburg County and surrounding Southside Virginia communities.
