Mortuary Transport vs. Funeral Home Transport

Mortuary Transport vs. Funeral Home Transport: What’s the Difference?

April 8, 2025

In the funeral profession, families often assume that every service—from preparation to transportation—is handled by the funeral home. However, many professionals know that specialized mortuary transport companies play a vital role behind the scenes.

At Allen Mortuary Services, we work exclusively with funeral homes, medical examiners, hospices, and other professionals to provide reliable, discreet, and timely transport of the deceased.

What Is Mortuary Transport?

Mortuary transport refers to the professional removal and relocation of a decedent from the place of passing to a designated facility, such as:

A funeral home
A crematory
A medical examiner's office
An airport for long-distance transfer

This service is often contracted out by funeral homes to companies like Allen Mortuary, who specialize in the transport process and operate 24/7, 365 days a year.

How Is It Different From Funeral Home Transport?

While some funeral homes handle removals in-house, many rely on mortuary transport providers when:

Staff is unavailable during off-hours or weekends
Multiple removals are needed at once
Long-distance transport is required
The decedent is in a hospital, hospice, or another facility that requires professional equipment and protocols

Outsourcing to a licensed transport provider helps ensure:

Faster response times
Proper equipment (stretchers, body bags, protective gear)
Trained, professional transport techs
Reduced workload for the funeral home team

Why Funeral Homes Partner With Allen Mortuary Services

At Allen Mortuary, we’re proud to be the quiet professionals behind the scenes—representing your funeral home with dignity and care. Here’s what sets us apart:

🚐 Prompt, professional removals
🧍‍♂️ Experienced, uniformed techs trained in etiquette and discretion
🕒 24/7 availability
📍 Coverage across [Insert Cities or Counties]
🤝 Trusted by multiple funeral homes across the region

We treat every call as a reflection of the funeral home we’re representing. Your standards are our standards.

Supporting Your Funeral Home with Reliable Transport

Whether you need us for a single after-hours call or want to establish a consistent transport partnership, Allen Mortuary Services is here to help lighten your load—so you can focus on what you do best: serving families.