Matthews-Bryson Funeral Home & Cremation Services

For over 100 years, Matthews-Bryson Funeral Home and Cremation Services has been serving the needs of families in Smyrna, Clayton, Kenton, Dover, Cheswold, Leipsic, Hartly, Marydel, Camden, Wyoming, Middletown, Townsend, Odessa, and other communities throughout Delaware. We are proud to have been a beacon of comfort and support to those in their time of need. Our commitment to providing dignified, personalized, ethical, and affordable service to those of all faiths, beliefs, and cultural traditions is unwavering.

Our History

In 1922, our founder, William E. Matthews Jr., started our funeral home in Smyrna, DE. His dream was to provide sympathetic service to those in need, and his goal was to be a trusted and compassionate partner to families in their time of grief. Over the years, our family and support-staff have been ever-mindful of his legacy and the highest ethical and professional standards he established. Today, we continue to be committed to providing the finest in services, facilities, and compassionate care to our families.

Our Mission and Philosophy

At Matthews-Bryson Funeral Home and Cremation Services, our mission is to provide guidance and comfort to the families we serve. We are dedicated to providing dignified, personalized, ethical, and affordable service to those of all faiths, beliefs, and cultural traditions. We believe that every life is precious, and every family deserves to be treated with respect, care, and compassion during their time of need.

Our Services

We offer a wide range of services to help families say goodbye to their loved ones. These services include:

• Traditional Funerals and Burials
• Cremations and Memorial Services
• Pre-Planning and Pre-Funding Arrangements
• Grief Support and Resources
• Memorialization Options, including Headstones, Urns, and Cremation Jewelry

Our Facilities

Our funeral home is conveniently located in Smyrna, DE, and is easily accessible from anywhere in the region. Our facilities are designed to provide a warm and welcoming environment for families to say goodbye to their loved ones. We have multiple chapels and viewing areas, as well as private meeting rooms for families to gather and share their memories of their loved ones.

Why Choose Us?

At Matthews-Bryson Funeral Home and Cremation Services, we understand that saying goodbye to a loved one is never easy. That's why we're dedicated to providing the highest level of care and support to our families. We're committed to helping you honor the life of your loved one with dignity, respect, and compassion. Our experienced staff is always available to answer your questions and help you plan a memorial service that reflects the life and legacy of your loved one.