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Wise Funeral Home Acquires Fannin Memorial Gardens Cemetery 07/02/19First Crematory and Builds County’s
Bonham, TX — A new chapter has begun for Fannin Memorial Gardens and for funeral care in Fannin County. Wise Funeral Home, the county’s oldest funeral home, has assumed full ownership of the cemetery and has built the first and only crematory located within the county, bringing compassionate, faith-driven care back into local hands. Previously managed by a Dallas-based corporation, the cemetery was transferred to Wise
Funeral Home in 2025 with the goal of restoring its local roots. The Greene family, who now own and operate Wise Funeral Home, have taken on the responsibility of maintaining the cemetery with hands-on care and a deep commitment to the community they serve. With this transition, Fannin Memorial Gardens is no longer just a burial ground—it has become part of a broader mission to ensure that families in Fannin County can entrust every
step of end-of-life care to one local, family-run provider. This includes the addition of Wise Crematory, the only crematory located in the county. Built on the grounds of the cemetery and equipped with a modern, state-of-the-art retort, the crematory has been approved by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and reflects the highest professional standards in the industry. By offering on-site cremation services, Wise Funeral
Home eliminates the need to transfer loved ones outside of the county for cremation. This ensures that from the moment a call is placed to the final disposition, loved ones never leave the care of the Wise Funeral Home team. All cremations are conducted individually and exclusively for human remains. Witness cremation is available for families who wish to be present during the process, further reinforcing transparency and trust.
In addition to expanding cremation services, the Greene family has made significant efforts to restore and care for Fannin Memorial Gardens. Unlike corporate operators, the family approaches cemetery care with a personal sense of calling and reverence. Every headstone, tree, and pathway is tended to by a team that lives and works within the community and treats each burial as an act of service and ministry. The acquisition and improve-
ments represent a return to tradition for Bonham—a town where relationships, faith, and integrity still matter. Wise Funeral Home continues to embody these values in every aspect of its service, providing continuity and comfort to families during their most difficult moments. Continued
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