Piedmont Funeral Home is a locally owned and operated service with a rich history in Lexington and Davidson County dating back to 1913. Timberlake, John T. Lopp.
For more than 100 years, Piedmont Funeral Home has served Lexington and surrounding areas, its various owners have endeavored to provide the finest facilities and professional service available. The funeral home was founded in 1913 by Edgar A. Lowe, Dell A. Watson and F.P. These four first located the funeral home at 111 N. Main Street and operated it in conjunction with Piedmont Furniture Company. After several years, Mr. Timberlake was joined in the funeral business by John F. Beck and John D. Craver. His son, Casper H. Timberlake joined the firm in 1925. In 1928, the funeral home was moved to a new building on E. Second Street. Mr. Craver's son, Charles F. Craver joined the firm in 1935. After Edgar Timberlake's death in 1939, Casper Timberlake and Charles Craver would assume operation of the funeral home for more than fifty years. The funeral home moved to its current location in 1947. The funeral home chapel was added in 1973. The firm was sold to the Voglers family in Winston Salem in 1982. Service Corporation International (SCI) would eventually acquire the Voglers Funeral Home operation. In 2001, Piedmont Funeral Home was returned to local ownership when Larry D. Morrison, Daniel Briggs and Jack Briggs were able to purchase the firm from SCI. Daniel Briggs serves as the President, Matthew R. Jernigan, grandson of the late Larry D. Morrison serves as the Vice-President, Jack Briggs serves as secretary and his wife, Joan Briggs serves as the Treasurer.
01/28/2026
At Piedmont Funeral Home, we believe families don’t just need services, they need people who will show up, listen, and walk with them.
We’re proud to be a steady presence in this community, offering care that is personal, thoughtful, and rooted in genuine concern for the families we serve.
01/28/2026
Aquamation is a gentle, water-based process that provides a respectful and environmentally conscious alternative to cremation. Piedmont Funeral Home is honored to offer this option to families we serve.
01/01/2026
As a new year begins, we are thankful for the families and community we are honored to serve. Our prayer is that 2026 brings you renewed hope, lasting peace, and genuine joy.
12/25/2025
Christmas is a season filled with beauty, tradition, and celebration, but it can also be a tender and heavy time for many. Some are missing loved ones, some are walking through grief, and some are simply tired.
Wherever this season finds you, may you know this: Christmas is not built on perfect circumstances, but on a perfect Savior.
We honor and celebrate Jesus, the Light who entered a dark world, the Hope for the brokenhearted, the Peace that doesn’t depend on how we feel today.
Praying that those who rejoice would rejoice deeply, and those who mourn would feel comforted and seen. Emmanuel (God with us) still meets us right where we are.
Merry Christmas 🤍✝️
12/23/2025
❄️ In the season that invites you to slow down and reflect on what’s important, pre-planning will bring warmth, clarity, and peace of mind to those you love.
Making decisions today allows you to make logical, thoughtful arrangements your family will appreciate. Piedmont Funeral Home & Crematory can help you tend to every detail.
12/18/2025
🎄 During the holidays, we light candles not just for tradition, but for the loved ones we carry in our hearts. May every warm glow be a reminder of the moments, memories, and love that never fade.
Feel free to share this post to recognize your loved one’s memory with your friends and family ❤️
10/11/2025
🌿 When You Need Us Most, We’re Here for You
For more than a century, families have trusted Piedmont Funeral Home to provide care, comfort, and compassion when it matters most.
Since 1913, our family has been committed to serving Lexington and the surrounding communities with dignity, respect, and the personal attention every family deserves.
Whether you’re planning ahead or honoring a loved one’s life, we’re here to guide you through every step — offering traditional services, cremation and aquamation options, and personalized tributes that reflect each unique life.
❤️ Locally Owned. Family Operated. Faithfully Serving.
🌹 Proudly serving our community since 1913.
Every family we serve has a story, and every story deserves compassion. At Piedmont Funeral Home, we are here to provide care, comfort, and peace in life’s most difficult moments — because every life matters.
Our promise is simple: to walk with you in love, dignity, and understanding. For generations, Piedmont has been a place where families can find comfort, and we are honored to continue that tradition today.
08/20/2025
A Gentle Alternative 🌿💧
At Piedmont Funeral Home, we’re proud to offer Aquamation, an eco-friendly and gentle alternative to traditional cremation. Using water instead of flame, Aquamation provides a natural, respectful, and environmentally conscious way to honor your loved one.
Families are choosing Aquamation for its soft, sustainable approach—and we’re here to guide you through every step.
📞 Call us today to learn more about this modern option at 336-248-2366.
💙 Piedmont Funeral Home – Serving Lexington with Care Since 1913.
07/22/2025
Too often, families come together only during life’s most difficult moments. This month, we’re reminding you to make time for the joyful ones, too. Laugh loud. Make memories. Be present.
Because togetherness isn’t just for the hard days—it’s for the happy ones too. You won’t regret prioritizing fun family time. 🎉👨👩👧👦
07/04/2025
🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day from Piedmont Funeral Home 🇺🇸
This Fourth of July, we reflect with gratitude on the freedom we enjoy and those who have made it possible. To the veterans, active service members, and their families—thank you for your sacrifice and unwavering commitment.
At Piedmont Funeral Home & Crematory, we’re proud to serve a community where liberty is treasured. We’re also mindful of the many blessings we’ve been given and we're thankful to God for the opportunity to care for others with compassion.
Wishing you a safe and Happy Independence Day.
—The Piedmont Funeral Home Family
07/01/2025
From Humble Beginnings to Trusted Care — Then & Now
Swipe through these photos and you’ll see the heart of Piedmont Funeral Home, where it all started, and where we are today.
That small house in the first photo was the beginning of something special: a place where families could come, grieve, and be cared for with dignity and compassion. Over time, the building grew—but our mission never changed.
Today, Piedmont Funeral Home continues to serve families across Lexington and Davidson County with modern care, personalized services, and hometown heart.
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Family-owned Piedmont Funeral Home & Crematory was founded in 1913 by Edgar A. Timberlake, John T. Lowe, Dell A. Watson and F.P. Lopp. These founders first located the funeral home at 111 N. Main Street and operated it in conjunction with Piedmont Furniture Company. After several years, Mr. Timberlake was joined in the funeral business by John F. Beck and John D. Craver. His son, Casper H. Timberlake joined the firm in 1925. In 1928, the funeral home was moved to a new building on E. Second Street. Mr. Craver's son, Charles F. Craver joined the firm in 1935. After Edgar Timberlake's death in 1939, Casper Timberlake and Charles Craver would assume operation of the funeral home for more than fifty years.
The funeral home moved to its current location in 1947. The chapel was added in 1973, and is currently the largest funeral home chapel in our area.
The firm was sold to the Voglers family in Winston Salem in 1982. Service Corporation International (SCI) would eventually acquire the Voglers Funeral Home operation.
In 2001, Piedmont Funeral Home & Crematory was returned to local ownership when Larry Morrison, Daniel Briggs and Jack Briggs were able to purchase the firm from SCI, making it a locally owned, family owned funeral home. Since purchasing Piedmont Funeral Home & Crematory, the facility has been fully renovated, and they built the only on-site crematory in Davidson County.