Jesse E. Cooley Jr. Funeral Service, Inc. Call559-268-8048
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A service within the means of every family.

Jesse E. Cooley Jr. Funeral Service has cared for Fresno families since 1941. When you need us, call, and we will take the first step with you.

Call 559-268-8048 What to do first
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If someone you love has just died

Start with a phone call. You do not need to have anything decided, and you do not need the right words. We will tell you what happens next and take it one decision at a time.

If you can, it helps to have nearby:

  • their full name and date of birth
  • where they are now, and the name of their doctor
  • who in the family should be part of the decisions
Call 559-268-8048 How planning a service works
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A Fresno family, serving families since 1941

The name on the building is a family name. Jesse Cooley Sr. opened the funeral home, Jesse E. Cooley Jr. carried it on, and the founder’s grandson leads it today.

Read our story
  1. 1941

    Jesse Cooley Sr. founds the funeral home in Fresno.

  2. 1956

    Jesse E. Cooley Jr. takes over.

  3. 2004

    The building is lost to a fire. The family rebuilds and keeps serving.

  4. Today

    Corey Cooley, the founder’s grandson, leads the funeral home as president.

“We have grown cross-culturally and we work with many diverse groups within the community.”In the family’s own words

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A service that honors them, planned at your pace

The many decisions that come at a time of loss can be hard to make. We sit down with your family, listen, and help you plan a service that fits the person you love, your traditions and your means.

Plan a service
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A room to be together afterward

Ask us about Family Center Services when you call.

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From the families we have served

Their words, exactly as they wrote them on Google.

“Thank you ! U made the most difficult day of my life run smoothly. Appreciate ur services, ur kindness & professionalism , thank you again.”

Natalie

“Jesse E Cooley staff took really good care of my family during the funeral services. Very kind, helpful and very professional. Everything that was planned was executed perfectly.”

Gaby

“Excellent service and compassion towards my family in our time of need.”

From Google’s review summary
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“We were more then happy with there services. Everyone that was involved made it so easy for us. Will definitely recommend them. Thank you for making time for my family and answering all the questions we had with such a kindly manner.”

Maira

“This establishment provides a VERY professional and compassionate service. David, Toni, Shannon and Gloria were extremely kind in every way. They provided me with guidance and comfort during the most trying time of my life.”

Mee
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Plan ahead, so your family is not left guessing

Many people choose to plan their own arrangements. It is a conversation, not a commitment, and we are here to help.

Plan ahead Obituaries and flowers