Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Palestine, TX
Family owned funeral home serving Palestine and East Texas with funeral, cremation, and pre-planning services guided by people who know this community.
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WELCOME TO RHONE FUNERAL HOME
A family owned funeral home, caring for East Texas like our own
Rhone Funeral Home is a family owned funeral home and cremation provider at 3900 S State Highway 19 in Palestine, Texas, serving Anderson County and the surrounding communities since 2016. We offer full funeral services, cremation, veteran honors, and pre-planning, with a modern chapel and a caring staff available 24 hours a day.
Families rate us 4.9 stars on Google, and we hold an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. When you need us, call (903) 729-5001 – someone is always here to help.
– Ben Rhone
Owner & Licensed Funeral Director
WHAT WE OFFER
Funeral and Cremation Services for Every Family
Whether you want a traditional funeral, a simple cremation, a graveside service, or a personalized celebration of life, we walk you through every choice at your own pace.
Traditional Funeral Services
A visitation, ceremony, and committal, honoring a life with the people who love it most.
Catered Receptions
Gather in the Rhone Reflection Room after the service, with catering, AV, and full set up for 50 to 60 guests.
Cremation Services
Cremation arranged through a licensed local partner, with full memorial and service options.
Celebrations of Life
A personalized service that reflects the personality, faith, and story of your loved one.
Veteran & Military Honors
Full in-house veteran support: VA benefits, DD-214 retrieval, and national cemetery scheduling.
Green & Natural Burial
A simpler, more natural farewell for families that want an eco-conscious option.
OUR FACILITIES
One of East Texas's Largest Funeral Homes
A purpose-built campus with everything your family needs in one place – a spacious chapel, a comfortable reception room, and ample parking.
240-SEAT CHAPEL
Receive the comfort your loved one deserves.
RHONE REFLECTION ROOM
A welcoming place for gathering after the service.
PARKING FOR ~200
On-site parking accommodating large gatherings.
ONE CAMPUS
Everything in a single convenient location.
SERVICE AREA
Serving Palestine and Surrounding Communities
From our home in Palestine, we care for families across East Texas. If you don’t see your town below, please call us – we very likely serve your area.
THE RHONE DIFFERENCE
Why Families Choose Rhone Funeral Home
Owner on-site, not a corporation
Ben Rhone and his team handle your arrangements personally, from the first call to the final goodbye.
Care that includes your family
You’re welcome to take part in preparing and honoring your loved one, in the ways that matter most to you.
Services for every faith and culture
We coordinate Catholic, Latter-Day Saints, Buddhist, Hindu, and many other traditions, with English and Spanish speaking staff.
Support that lasts
Our Healing Hearts grief group and year-long aftercare are here long after the service ends.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
Rated on Google
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- “April 18, 2026
The finest and most up to date facility and the kindest staff where you are treated like family.
Chris Branson
- “February 12, 2026
The Rhone funeral home treated us like close family and made a hard time a lot easier with their care. My family and I are extremely grateful to the Rhone team for the service they provided.
Luke Trim
- “February 4, 2026
I truly cannot express enough appreciation for the team at Rhone Funeral Home. Ben, Christian, Angela and Keri took such exceptional care of my mother treating her with the dignity she deserved. They handled every last-minute change with ease and guided my entire family with the upmost, professionalism and kindness. From the moment I first saw the establishment, I knew it was the right place for mom and they exceeded every expectation. We are forever grateful. My mother Francis Bullock Jodie Satterfield (daughter)
Jodie Satterfield
- “December 31, 2025
I am so grateful for Ronnie and everyone at Rhone Funeral Home. They have been so helpful and kind during this difficult time. It's always hard to think about planning a funeral but they are there to guide you through the process. They not only take extra care with your loved one but they make sure you are taken care of too and are there to help you in any way they can.
Tonya Parker
- “October 24, 2025
Our family cannot Thank Ben, Carrie and the Rhone Funeral Home Family enough for the kindness ,sympathy and empathy that they showed us in the passing of my Daddy! Ben, Keri and their staff were there every step of the way through this most difficult and emotional time in our family. Dad looked so peaceful and your treatment of my Mom as we laid him to rest was extraordinary! The service was top notch and helped to Honor my Dad’s memory. I also appreciate the professionalism of everyone during and after the service to help make it easier to face tour sorrow of losing him. The grace and benevolence that you have shown even after the service has been a godsend to my Mom! Thank you Rhone Funeral Home for being the place that shows the Love of Christ as people face a most difficult and emotional time in their lives!
Stacey Meador
- “July 31, 2025
The compassionate and caring manner in which we were treated while we were finalizing arrangements for my Mother's memorial service was so comforting in our time of grief and truly exceeded our expectations. With Ben's expertise and guidance, the memorial service was a beautiful reflection of my Mother's faith and love for God! We can never adequately thank the Rhone Funeral Home staff for walking with us through this difficult time.
Dianne Helm
- “May 10, 2025
Everyone involved in the funeral process at Rhone's Funeral Home was incredibly kind and compassionate. I so appreciate the guidance we received in making the arrangements for our loved one.
Melody Farrow
- “July 12, 2025
When my boyfriend passed away, Rhone Funeral Home was there for me and his family, providing compassionate and caring service. They are kind and have a special way of handling arrangements that alleviates the pressure on loved ones during a difficult time. I highly recommend Rhone Funeral Home to others.
Cheril Vernon
- “June 7, 2025
Ben Rhone and Ronnie at Rhone funeral home are absolutely great people. They go above and beyond to make everything as easy as possible. We had some unforeseen circumstances and Rhone funeral home stayed by our side until the end. Highly recommended.
David Russell
- “July 12, 2025
The team at Rhône cared for both our deceased loved one and us. They delicately and lovingly walked us through the burial process and clearly shared with us all our options verbally and in writing. They continued to check on us regularly and we felt very at ease knowing that they were guiding and supporting us the entire time. We feel like we are family with Rhône and will always appreciate how they made a difficult journey as easy as possible.
Lisa Artaega
- “July 3, 2026
Speaking on behalf of the Castillo- Salmeron family, we would like to thank all the staff at Rhone funeral home for everything they did for Julio Castillo’s funeral. They were very sympathetic, detailed oriented, offered prayers and made accommodations for our cultural and religious beliefs. They also explained everything well and gave alternative options. Moreover, we did not feel rushed or pressured in any way. We could not have done this without your caring staff and support.
Erica Quinto
PLAN AHEAD
Protect the ones you love, before the need to decide
Planning ahead locks in your wishes and spares your family difficult choices in a hard moment. Pre-planning consultations are always free, and you can even begin online.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer cremation, and can we still have a service?
Yes, we arrange cremation through a licensed, local crematory partner, and you can still hold a funeral, a visitation, or a memorial, before or after. Many families choose a cremation and a service together.
How much does a funeral or cremation cost?
Can I plan ahead or pre-plan a funeral?
HERE WHENEVER YOU ARE READY
You will always be treated like family
At Rhone Funeral Home, you’ll be met with honesty, patience and care. Whether you need help today or simply want to plan ahead, we’re here whenever you’re ready.
There are simply no words that can fully express the gratitude our family feels for everyone at Rhone Funeral Home. During the heartbreaking loss of my sister, Shiloh, you have surrounded us with such compassion, kindness, and grace. Every detail has been handled with incredible care, and your willingness to accommodate our family’s wishes has brought us so much comfort during one of the most difficult times of our lives. You have transformed an unimaginable season of grief into a beautiful celebration of Shiloh’s life, honoring her with dignity, love, and respect. Your patience, warmth, and genuine concern have meant more than you will ever know. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for walking alongside us and helping us create such a meaningful and beautiful farewell. We will forever be grateful for the love and care you have shown our family. Thank you Ben Rhone for showing us so much kindness during such a difficult time. 🩵🦋🪽