Ideal Funeral Parlor, Inc.

Ideal Funeral Parlor, Inc. It Is Better To Know Us and Not Need Us than to Need Us and Not Know Us!

11/08/2025

To Our Family and Community,

We’re sure many of you have noticed that videos posted on Facebook are no longer staying up permanently. Due to new platform rules, videos are now only available for 30 days.

To ensure that your loved ones’ services remain accessible, Ideal Funeral Parlor is now uploading all service recordings to our official YouTube page. This allows family and friends to revisit the services and pay their respects at any time.

We truly appreciate your patience during this transition and welcome your feedback as we work to continue providing the best service possible.

Thank you for making us your trusted funeral provider since 1939. 💕

11/07/2025
11/02/2025

🎃 Thank You! 🎃
We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who came out for our very first Trunk or Treat at Ideal! It was a wonderful success, and we truly appreciate your support and participation.

We look forward to seeing you all again next year for an even bigger and better time for you and your family! 👻🍬

— Ideal Funeral Parlor, Inc.

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Mrs. Betty Jean Nero, 76, of Florence, who peacefully transit...
10/31/2025

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Mrs. Betty Jean Nero, 76, of Florence, who peacefully transitioned on Thursday, October 30, 2025.

Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers as they navigate this time of loss and remembrance.

Arrangements Entrusted ...

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Mr. Fred Milton Gregg, age 82, of Suffolk, VA, who peacefully...
10/31/2025

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Mr. Fred Milton Gregg, age 82, of Suffolk, VA, who peacefully transitioned on Thursday, October 23, 2025.

Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers as they navigate this time of loss and remembrance.

Born on August ...

10/31/2025

🍬🎉 Today’s the Day! 🎉🍬
We’re coming together from 4–6 PM at Ideal Funeral Parlor for our Sweet Celebration! 🍭✨

Bring your friends, neighbors, and family out for an evening filled with fun, fellowship, and lots of sweet treats right here in our parking lot! 💕
You don’t want to miss it — see you soon! 😄

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Mrs. Christine Deloris Piggett Black, age 74, of Florence, wh...
10/29/2025

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Mrs. Christine Deloris Piggett Black, age 74, of Florence, who peacefully transitioned on Monday, October 27, 2025.

Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers as they navigate this time of loss and remembrance.

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106 E Darlington Street
Florence, SC
29506

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+18436623581

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Ideal Funeral Parlor was established in 1939, initially as a venture of the Joint Stock Lodge. Upon determination by the State of South Carolina that the lodge could not participate in a for-profit business, members formed a partnership called Ideal Funeral Parlor. Those members were Rev. W. S. Guiles, Rev. Arthur James, Rev. and Mrs. Willie A. Johnson, Rev. J. L. Brooks, Mr. Flander Singleton, Mr. Jasper Singleton. Rev. W. A. Johnson was named the manager and remained in that position until his death in 1961. The first building was located at 300 Mullins Street, Florence, SC. According to our records, principals were paid $5.00 per funeral for the use of their cars.

Upon the death of Rev. W. A. Johnson, Rufus Hawkins was named the manager. During his tenure, the business continued to grow and prosper.

In 1968, the physical location moved to 1005 E. Cheves Street, Florence, SC. In 1996, R. Douglas Hawkins was named General Manager. In 2002, Ideal Funeral Parlor moved into our present facility at 106 E. Darlington Street, Florence, SC.