Opelousas

Too often, the importance of holding a ceremony after a loss is overlooked. At Colligan Crematory & Funeral Services, we believe every family deserves the chance to gather, reflect, and honor their loved one’s life. Our team is proud to provide families in and around Opelousas, LA, with affordable funeral options that balance compassion, dignity, and care.

Colligan Crematory & Funeral Services

Welcome to Colligan Crematory and Funeral Services, where we are committed to honoring the lives of your loved ones with dignity, respect, and personalized care. Serving the Opelousas, LA community, we offer affordable funeral and cremation services, ensuring that each family receives compassionate support and a variety of options tailored to their individual needs and budget.

Create Healing Experiences

Losing a loved one is a deeply emotional and difficult journey. At Colligan Crematory and Funeral Services, we are committed to supporting you in creating a healing experience that brings family and friends together to share memories, express emotions, and find comfort in each other. Whether you choose a traditional funeral or a personalized memorial gathering, our goal is to help you create a meaningful tribute that facilitates healing and remembrance.

Affordable Funeral Services in Opelousas

Coming together with family and friends to remember a loved one offers a chance to share stories, express emotions, and find comfort in community. Whether you prefer a traditional funeral, a simple cremation, or a more casual memorial gathering, acknowledging loss together is an essential part of healing.



Our caring team can help you plan a ceremony that beautifully reflects your loved one’s personality and life journey. You’re welcome to gather in our peaceful Opelousas facility or choose another location that holds special meaning for your family. Wherever the service takes place, it will provide a lasting and heartfelt experience for everyone who attends.

Burial Services in Opelousas, Louisiana

When burial is chosen, the service often centers around the presence of the casket, creating a moment for family and friends to reflect, remember, and say farewell. You may choose a traditional approach, such as a visitation followed by a service in a church or chapel, or opt for a more intimate gathering in a family home or special location.



There’s no single way to honor a loved one’s life—what matters most is that the service feels meaningful to you. Our caring team will listen to your wishes, offer thoughtful guidance, and help plan a ceremony that beautifully leads to your loved one’s burial in the cemetery of your choice.

Cremation Services in Opelousas, Louisiana

Selecting cremation is a deeply personal choice and one that allows for great flexibility in how you celebrate and remember a loved one. Cremation simply determines the handling of physical remains—it doesn’t limit how their life can be honored.



We encourage families to hold a memorial or celebration of life that brings comfort and connection. Whether traditional or unique, solemn or uplifting, our staff will work with you to create a tribute that truly captures the essence of your loved one. Together, we can explore the many ways to celebrate their story and legacy in Opelousas and beyond.

You Can Never Go Back and Do it Over

Some say it’s harsh to remind you of this, but we know we must. We want you to honor your loved one in a way that allows you to look back, years from now, and be thankful that you did the best you could to honor their life. Creating a ceremony near New Iberia that calls together the hearts and minds of all who loved them is a gift to everyone involved. A gift of memories, a gift of healing...a truly priceless gift of peace-of-mind.