Layne's Funeral Home

ST. LOUIS – The St. Louis community is honoring the life and legacy of the late Austin Layne Jr., the longtime president and founder of the funeral home that bears his name. Black bunting drapes the ...

JENNINGS, Missouri — The highly respected, longtime president and CEO of Austin A. Layne Mortuary, Inc. passed away Sunday. He was 87 years old. The Jennings, Missouri, funeral home announced Sunday ...

Memorial funeral services were 2 p.m. Tuesday at Layne Funeral Home, Palmer, Tenn., with Minister Kenny Layne officiating. Interment was in Chattanooga National Cemetery. Arrangements are by Layne ...

Diana J. Manthe, 77, Ridgefield, died Dec. 31, 2025. Layne’s Funeral Home, 360-687-3143. Donald R. Fry, 70, Kenmore, died Jan. 3, 2026. Layne’s Funeral Home, 360 ...

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KSDK: Highly respected, longtime president and founder of Jennings funeral home dies at 87

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Highly respected, longtime president and founder of Jennings funeral home dies at 87

At Burke-Tubbs Funeral Homes in Freeport, we take pride in providing a unique and welcoming environment for the families we serve throughout Stephenson County. Our facilities are thoughtfully designed to create a comforting atmosphere, featuring spacious gathering areas, natural light, and tasteful décor.

Honor your loved ones with a beautiful floral arrangement. Visit our obituary page to view recent services at our funeral home in Freeport, IL.

For more information or to speak to a funeral director, contact Burke-Tubbs Funeral Homes, Ltd. via phone or email, find business hours or get directions to our location.