Catholic Funerals

Catholic Funeral Service serving all of Central Indiana

Honoring Catholic Traditions with Reverence and Compassion

At O’Riley – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, we are deeply honored to serve the Catholic community of Indianapolis and surrounding communities with compassionate care and faithful adherence to Church traditions. Whether you belong to a parish in Perry Township, Beech Grove, or Fountain Square, our experienced team understands the spiritual significance of a Catholic funeral and will guide you with grace and reverence. These traditions date back to our founder’s brothers, three of whom were Catholic priests. Our current owner, Chris Branson, served many Funeral Masses during his days in Catholic grade school. The important traditions are part of who we are.

Guided by Catholic Funeral Traditions

We respect and support every aspect of the Roman Catholic funeral rites, including:

The Visitation / Viewing / Vigil
The Funeral Mass
The Rite of Committal at the cemetery

Proudly Serving Catholic Families throughout Central Indiana

While we regularly serve the following parishes, we are happy to coordinate your Funeral Mass regardless of location. Many families have found that our knowledge about the Catholic tradition is very valuable. Consequently, it is not uncommon to see our staff in Catholic churches throughout the Archdiocese.

St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church
St. Barnabas
Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church – Beech Grove
St. Jude Catholic Church
St. Roch Catholic Church
Good Shepherd Catholic Church
Holy Rosary
Nativity
Sacred Heart
St. Ann and Sacred Heart Parishes in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis

We also work with the Archdiocese of Indianapolis and are familiar with local Catholic cemeteries, including Calvary, Holy Cross, St. Joseph, and Our Lady of Peace Cemeteries.

Catholic Caskets & Funeral Merchandise

As part of our commitment to the Catholic community, we proudly offer monastic caskets and cremation urns from Abbey Caskets, offered by the Benedictine monks of Saint Meinrad Archabbey in southern Indiana. These simple, sacred caskets reflect the values of faith, humility, and peace.

Abbey Casket offerings include:

Traditional and monastic wood caskets
Engraved Christian symbols and Scripture
A complementary cross
Made with care by a community rooted in Catholic tradition

We also provide Catholic memorial items including crucifixes, rosary keepsakes, holy cards, and sacred music options.

Preplanning a Catholic Funeral

Prearranging a Catholic funeral ensures your final wishes are honored while reducing emotional and financial stress for your family. We help you document your preferences readings, music, sacramental needs, and clergy coordination all in keeping with Church teaching.

Why Indianapolis Families Trust O’Riley – Branson

Strong connections with area Catholic parishes
Local expertise in Catholic Mass coordination
Access to authentic Catholic caskets and merchandise
Family-owned, faith-respecting funeral care
Located just minutes from I-65 and I-465 on the city’s south side

Faithful Care When You Need It Most

When you need a Catholic funeral home near Beech Grove, Garfield Park, or southeast Indianapolis, trust O’Riley – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory to uphold your faith with compassion and dignity.

Call us today at (317) 787-8224 or visit us to learn more about Catholic funeral planning and services.

Catholic Funerals