746 W 22nd St, Houston, TX 77008
Services
The single-story red brick building features a large funeral chapel and flexible space configurable for memorials or receptions. Amenities include a coffee lounge, piano and organ on-site, and audio/video equipment for tributes. The facility accommodates gatherings of different types and sizes, with space for catered events.
Carl Barnes Funeral Home offers complete funeral planning without requiring an in-person visit, including electronic signature capabilities.
Carl Barnes Funeral Home occupies a single-story red brick building at the corner of West 22nd Street and North Durham Drive in Houston's Heights neighborhood. Founded in June 1932 by Carl and Maxey Barnes during the Great Depression, the business emerged after the family's grocery store failed. By 1933, they were serving more than 60 families annually. The Barnes family—later joined by sons Titus and Timothy—built what became known as the largest Black-owned funeral home in Texas. Timothy Barnes, who died in 2013, was recognized as the oldest and longest-licensed funeral director in Texas. Today, Michael Jones serves as location manager, continuing the Barnes family mission.
The funeral home serves people from all walks of life and all faiths, with a large funeral chapel and flexible space for memorials or receptions. Their approach centers on asking families about traditions, hobbies, music preferences, and personal stories to create customized services.
Carl Barnes Funeral Home showed our family compassion, professionalism, and care during the passing of my father. Mr. Eric Wilson went above and beyond to support us and ensure the entire process was smooth during such a difficult time. We are truly grateful for the kindness and ...
My family will always be grateful to Carl Barnes Funeral. Their compassion, professionalism, and attentiveness along with their commitment to honor and respect the family and the deceased is top tier.
Great job!!! Excellent Staff very impressed with all Funeral Arrangements!! Thank you Carl Barnes Funeral Home!!!
Very professional and made the preparation for my Mother’s Memorial Service very easy. The presentation for her services was very elegant. To Pastor Wilson, Ms. Shelby, Ms. Shannon and Mr. Bozeman words cannot express how much we appreciate the attention and services you provided...
Carl Barnes is a family tradition for us. We appreciate their attention to excellence and professionalism. Ms. Shelby was kind, efficient, professional and extremely empathetic. I received the usual gold star treatment in all my experiences with Carl Barnes funeral home. I am h...
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