Austin A. Layne Mortuary, Inc.

10/13/2025

10/01/2025

✨ Honoring the Legacy of Austin A. Layne Jr. ✨

Today, we pause with hearts full of gratitude as we remember the remarkable life and legacy of Mr. Austin A. Layne Jr., Founder of Austin A. Layne Mortuary, Inc.

Mr. Layne’s vision was not only to build a business, but to create a place of dignity, compassion, and care for families during their most difficult moments. His life’s work was rooted in faith, service, and love for the St. Louis community, and his spirit continues to guide everything we do.

Though he has transitioned from labor to reward, his impact lives on in the countless families comforted, the community he uplifted, and the strong foundation he built for generations to come.

We celebrate his memory today not in sorrow, but in thanksgiving—thankful for his leadership, his example, and the enduring legacy that reminds us that serving with integrity and compassion is the highest honor.

🌹 Mr. Layne, we honor you, we thank you, and we continue to walk proudly in the path you laid before us. 🌹

09/25/2025

Today, we pause in solemn remembrance at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Austin Layne Mortuary is honored to walk alongside families during these sacred moments, ensuring every life is remembered with dignity, honor, and respect.

08/22/2025

Serving families with dignity and compassion is our mission. Thank you, St. Louis, for allowing Austin A. Layne Mortuary to walk beside you.

08/20/2025

Black funeral homes have stood as pillars of strength, dignity, and entrepreneurship for more than a century. From Savannah’s Bynes-Royall Funeral Home to Washington D.C.’s McGuire Funeral Service, these family-owned businesses have carried Black communities through grief, resilience, and history — while offering lessons on service and survival in a changing America. ✨

'Black funeral homes reflect on a century of service and resilience'

🖋 Elijah Qualls | The Afro
📸 Wiley Price | St. Louis American

'Despite the many adversities they have encountered — or, perhaps, because of them — Black people have a long history of entrepreneurship, and their innovation has had lasting impacts on Black families, communities and the wider American culture and economy. Barred by racism and segregation from participation in the broader economy, Black entrepreneurs created businesses tailored to the needs of their communities, some lasting for more than a century.

Black funeral homes are among the list of those that have withstood the test of time, serving generations of Black families in their times of grief and during pivotal moments in history. The Baltimore-based Afro spoke with a couple of noted historically Black funeral homes to discuss their history, impact and advice for other Black businesses...'



https://www.stlamerican.com/business/business-news/black-funeral-homes-reflect-on-a-century-of-service-and-resilience/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_St._Louis_American

07/12/2025

Lest We Forget
Remembering Austin A. Layne, Jr.

Today we remember, acknowledge, and celebrate with gratefulness, Love, and respect, Mr. Austin A. Layne Jr.

On what would be his 89th birthday, we cannot let this day go by without honoring his memory.

Today we fondly Remember the Giant of a man he was.
-We Remember the opportunities he afforded us to serve alongside him.
-We Remember his kindness to everyone he encountered
-We Remember his mentorship and lessons taught.
-We remember his candor and wit.
-We remember his colloquialisms and comedic one-liners.
-We Remember his philanthropic spirit.
-We Remember his smooth velvety voice.
-Above all, we Remember the standard of Excellence he raised in making life a little easier for all who entrusted their loved ones in his care when death called.

Mr. Austin Augustus Layne, Jr.
Birth-Day: July 12. 1936
We Remember...

05/26/2025

This Memorial Day, Austin A. Layne Mortuary, Inc. joins the nation in solemn remembrance of the courageous men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

Their sacrifice is a sacred reminder that freedom is not free. As we honor their memory, we also extend our heartfelt prayers to the families who carry their legacy forward with love and pride.

🕊️ “The legacy of heroes is the memory of a great name and the inheritance of a great example.” — Benjamin Disraeli

May we all take a moment today to reflect, remember, and give thanks.

05/11/2025

🌷 Honoring Mothers This Mother’s Day 🌷

At Austin A. Layne Mortuary, we pause this Mother’s Day to honor the incredible strength, love, and legacy of mothers everywhere—those still with us and those who live on in our hearts.

Whether your mother was your guiding light, your quiet strength, or your cherished memory, today we reflect on the impact she made and the love she gave so freely. For those who are grieving, know that you are not alone. We are holding space for you, honoring your journey, and remembering with you.

💐 May this day be one of reflection, love, and peace.

From our family to yours, Happy Mother’s Day.
— The Austin A. Layne Mortuary Family

12/05/2024