Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Funeral Services Provider in Hawthorne, CA
Douglass & Dunaway Mortuary has served Hawthorne, CA since 1958 as a family-owned funeral home dedicated to compassionate care and personalized memorial services. With three generations of experience, we provide traditional and cremation services, veterans' benefits assistance, and pre-planning options while maintaining active community involvement through civic organizations and charitable initiatives.Our team prioritizes transparent pricing, 24/7 availability, and comprehensive support during every stage of the funeral process, from initial arrangements to final disposition. We operate multiple locations across Southern California, offering dignified solutions tailored to individual family needs while upholding strict professional standards and ethical practices.
Services
Funeral Services
Cremation Services
Veterans Services
Pre-Planning
Memorial Services
Details
- Year established: 1958
Highlights and features
- Family-owned operation with 75+ years of local funeral service experience
- 24/7 availability for immediate assistance during times of need
- Transparent pricing with itemized cost disclosures for all services
- Specialized veterans' benefits coordination and military honors ceremonies
- Active community involvement through civic organizations and charitable initiatives
What people say
Compassionate care
Professional staff
Personalized arrangements
24/7 availability
Transparent pricing
Services
Funeral Services
Douglass & Dunaway Mortuary provides complete traditional funeral services including visitation, chapel or off-site ceremonies, and cemetery processions. Our staff coordinates all elements from casket selection to clergy arrangements, ensuring meaningful tributes that honor individual lives while supporting grieving families through every step of the process.
Cremation Services
We offer dignified cremation services with flexible memorialization choices, including cremation with visitation, memorial ceremonies, and scattering options. Our staff guides families through urn selection, keepsake jewelry, and personalized disposition methods while maintaining strict chain-of-custody protocols throughout the cremation process.
Veterans Services
Our team specializes in veterans' funeral benefits coordination, including VA paperwork assistance, military honors ceremonies, and memorial item procurement. We ensure eligible service members receive proper recognition through flag presentations, rifle salutes, and specialized burial arrangements in national cemeteries or preferred locations.
Pre-Planning
We help individuals document funeral preferences and establish pre-funded arrangements through customizable plans. Our pre-planning services reduce family burdens by clarifying personal wishes for service type, casket selection, and financial provisions while offering peace of mind through guaranteed pricing options.
Memorial Services
Our memorial services include personalized tributes with photo displays, tribute videos, and customized ceremonies that celebrate individual legacies. We coordinate venue arrangements, guest accommodations, and keepsake materials to create meaningful remembrance experiences tailored to family preferences and cultural traditions.
People
Sean Douglass
President
Third-generation funeral director leading all Douglass Family Mortuaries operations. Graduated from University of Southern California with extensive experience managing personalized funeral services while maintaining family tradition of compassionate care since 1982.
Sam Douglass Jr.
Founder
Retired funeral director who expanded the business across Southern California from 1950-1982. Established multiple locations including Hawthorne and Lynwood mortuaries while building reputation for compassionate service and community involvement through civic organizations.
Questions
What services do funeral directors perform?
Our funeral directors handle removal of remains, embalming, service coordination, paperwork filing, and provide grief support for families.
Can I plan funeral services in advance?
Yes, we offer pre-planning services that allow you to document preferences and make financial arrangements ahead of time.
Are veterans entitled to special benefits?
We assist families in securing VA burial benefits, military honors, and memorial items for eligible veterans.
What happens if death occurs outside business hours?
Our team is available 24/7 to respond to calls and provide immediate assistance whenever needed.
How long does the funeral process take?
Services typically require 3-7 business days to complete, depending on necessary paperwork and permits.
Can cremation services include memorial ceremonies?
Yes, we offer cremation options with visitation, memorial services, and personalized disposition choices.
