Funeral Homes AI Receptionist | 24/7 Compassionate Service | Frontdesk
For Funeral Homes

ANSWER EVERY
COMPASSIONATE CALL
DAY AND NIGHT

Every missed call is a family in need. Every unanswered question adds stress during difficult times. Frontdesk AI answers calls 24/7, schedules arrangements, provides information, and supports families with care—even at 3 AM.

24/7 Coverage
No Setup Fees

Frontdesk AI

Funeral Services

Incoming Call...

Family Member

"We need to make arrangements for my father. Can someone help us?"

AI Receptionist

"I'm so sorry for your loss. I can help schedule a consultation with our director. Would tomorrow at 10 AM work for your family?"

✓ Consultation Scheduled • Tomorrow 10 AM

The Problem

FUNERAL HOMES
MISS FAMILIES IN CRISIS

Grieving families call at all hours seeking immediate help. Missed calls mean families turn to competitors during their most vulnerable moment. Your reputation and community trust depend on being there.

You Miss Calls During Critical Moments

A family experiences a loss at 2 AM and calls your funeral home for immediate guidance. They reach voicemail and feel abandoned. By morning, they've already contacted another funeral home that answered their call.

The Cost
$8,500/family
Average service value lost

Your Staff Is Overwhelmed with Inquiries

While you're meeting with one family, five more calls come in. Pre-planning inquiries, service arrangement questions, memorial service details—you can't be in two places at once. Families feel neglected and choose funeral homes that respond faster.

The Cost
60+ calls/day
Per funeral director

Consultations Get Rescheduled and Families Disappear

A family schedules a pre-planning consultation, then something comes up. You send one follow-up call that goes to voicemail. That's it—they never reschedule. No second chance to serve them, just another lost relationship and future service.

The Cost
25% no-show
Rate for pre-planning appointments
$102,000
Lost annually from missed after-hours calls
55%
Of initial inquiries happen outside business hours
24 hours
Time families wait before choosing another funeral home

HOW FRONTDESK
WORKS

One AI workforce that handles every touchpoint—from first call to service completion

24/7 Compassionate Chat

Families visit your funeral home website at any hour seeking guidance. Frontdesk Chat responds instantly with empathy, gathers initial arrangements information, explains service options, and schedules consultations—all without human intervention.

  • Automatically collects service preferences, dates, and special requests
  • Provides compassionate guidance on service packages and options
  • Books arrangement consultations directly into your calendar
Frontdesk Chat
2:14 AM • Active
"Hi, my father passed away yesterday. We need to arrange a memorial service."
AI
"I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm here to help guide you through this. Would you like to schedule a time to meet with our director to discuss service arrangements?"
"Yes, tomorrow afternoon if possible."
Consultation Scheduled ✓
Tomorrow, March 9 • 2:00 PM
Frontdesk Receptionist
Answered in 0.2s
AI: "Thank you for calling. How may I assist you today?"
Caller: "I need to confirm the visitation hours for the Johnson service tomorrow..."
AI: "The visitation is scheduled from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM in Chapel A. Would you like directions or any other information?"
✓ Information Provided

AI Phone Receptionist

Every call is answered instantly with compassion—arrangement inquiries, service information, obituary requests, flower delivery confirmations. The AI understands context, schedules appointments, provides service details, and escalates to your staff only when needed.

  • Answers calls in under 0.5 seconds, 24/7
  • Provides service information and scheduling automatically
  • Recognizes families from CRM and references their arrangements

Smart Outbound Follow-ups

When families miss scheduled consultations, Frontdesk Outbound automatically calls to reschedule with compassion. The AI references the original conversation, understands their needs, and books a new appointment—all while updating your systems and calendar.

  • Automatically detects missed appointments and triggers gentle follow-up calls
  • Compassionate retry sequences with optimal timing
  • Reschedules consultations and updates all systems automatically
Outbound Call
Smart Retry #2 • Connected
AI: "Hi Sarah, this is Frontdesk calling from the funeral home. I understand you weren't able to make your consultation yesterday. I'd be happy to help reschedule at a time that works better for you."
Sarah: "Yes, thank you. Can we meet this Friday afternoon instead?"
✓ Consultation Rescheduled
Friday, March 15 • 2:00 PM
Frontdesk CRM
Family Contact
Sarah Chen
Service Type
Memorial Service • Traditional Package
Preferred Date
March 20, 2024
Source
Web Chat • 2:14 AM
Status
Consultation Scheduled

Unified CRM

Every interaction—chat, call, consultation, service arrangement—automatically creates and updates family profiles in your CRM. No manual data entry. No missed information. One complete view of every family's journey and service needs.

  • Auto-creates family profiles from any touchpoint
  • Tracks complete journey from inquiry to service completion
  • Syncs with calendar, arrangements, and all systems

Marketing Automation

Orchestrate the entire family journey across email, voice, SMS, and web. Automatically coordinate appointment reminders, service confirmations, and compassionate follow-up sequences based on each family's needs and timing.

  • Multi-channel orchestration (email, calls, texts, web)
  • Compassionate workflows tailored to each family's journey
  • Automatic appointment reminders and service confirmations
Automated Follow-Ups
What's Happening Now
Consultation confirmation sent
Reminder SMS scheduled
Service planning documents ready
Pre-need information queued
AI Email Agent
Coming Soon
Consultation Confirmation Email
"Dear Sarah, Your consultation with our director is confirmed for tomorrow at 2:00 PM. We're here to support you..."
Service Reminder Email
"A gentle reminder about your upcoming consultation. We've prepared all the information you requested..."

AI Email Agent

Coming Soon: Automatically send personalized, compassionate emails at optimal times. Consultation confirmations, gentle reminders, service information, and supportive follow-ups—all orchestrated by Marketing Automation.

  • Personalized email sequences tailored to each family's needs
  • Compassionate timing and tone for every message
  • Integrated with Marketing Automation workflows

AI-Powered Forms

Smart arrangement forms that pre-fill from CRM data and guide families through completion. When forms are submitted, they automatically trigger compassionate automation sequences for follow-up and service coordination workflows.

  • Pre-filled with CRM data (name, contact, service preferences)
  • AI-guided completion for arrangements and special requests
  • Automatically triggers compassionate workflows on submission
AI Form
Service Arrangement Request
Pre-filled Fields
✓ Name, Contact, Service Type (from CRM)
AI-Guided Fields
→ Service Preferences
→ Special Requests & Details
What Happens Next
Your director is notified immediately and will reach out within 2 hours

Live Demo

CALL IT
YOURSELF

(864) 619-0619

No sales pitch. Just our AI answering your call, answering questions, and trying to book you.

YOUR FUNERAL HOMES AI TEAM
EACH ONE DOES DIFFERENT TASKS

Get a complete AI team for your funeral home. Each agent handles different tasks—answering calls, scheduling arrangements, handling service inquiries. They work together 24/7 to serve families with compassion and dignity.

TIER 1.00

AI Receptionist Teammate

24/7 Receptionist
24/7 Available

Answers every call instantly—no voicemail, no missed families in need. Handles service inquiries with compassion, schedules consultations, and provides immediate assistance to grieving families 24/7.

Phone Calls Consultation Scheduling Immediate Support
TIER 1.00

Website Chat Teammate

Live Chat Support
Always Online

Provides compassionate assistance to families researching funeral services. Answers questions about burial and cremation options, service packages, and pre-planning. Schedules consultation appointments and captures family contact information—all through your website chat, 24/7.

Service Guidance Package Information Instant Answers
TIER 1.00

Email Teammate

Email Communication Specialist
Coming Soon

Sends thoughtful consultation confirmations, service reminders, and follow-up messages automatically. Coordinates with families through compassionate email communication at the appropriate times to provide support and guidance throughout the arrangement process.

Confirmations Follow-Ups Reminders
TIER 1.00

Arrangement Teammate

Pre-Arrangement Assistant
Pre-Planning Forms

Pre-fills arrangement forms from family information. Guides families through pre-planning documentation and service preferences with sensitivity. Triggers workflow automation when forms are submitted for seamless coordination.

Pre-filled Forms AI Guided Auto-Trigger
TIER 1.00

Outbound Outreach Teammate

Multi-Channel Follow-Up
Calls, Texts & Emails

Automatically reaches out to families at the appropriate time with compassion. Makes outbound calls for missed appointments, sends personalized text follow-ups, and delivers thoughtful email communications. Coordinates all outbound channels to provide continuous support and ensure no family is left unattended.

Outbound Calls Text Reminders Email Follow-Up
TIER 1.00

SMS Texting Teammate

Text Communication Agent
Two-Way Texting

Handles sensitive two-way text conversations with families in need of funeral services. Sends consultation confirmations, service reminders, and answers questions about arrangements and memorial options via text—98% open rate for time-sensitive information.

Service Confirmations Reminders Two-Way Chat
TIER 1.00

Web Voice Teammate

Voice Interface Agent
Click & Talk

Lets website visitors speak directly about funeral service needs with compassion. Click, talk, get answers about burial and cremation options, service packages, and memorial arrangements—no typing required. Perfect for families in difficult times who prefer voice interaction.

Voice Chat Mobile Friendly Instant Answers
TIER 1.00

CRM Sync Teammate

CRM Sync Engine
Real-Time Sync

Automatically updates your Frontdesk CRM with every family interaction. All your AI agents feed family information and service details in real-time—no manual data entry, no missed information. Every call, text, and consultation is organized by family, service type, and arrangement status.

Auto-Sync No Data Entry Organized
TIER 1.00

Auto Request Teammate

Auto Request Creator
Auto-Created

Families don't submit service requests—they just call or text. Your AI recognizes special requests (floral arrangements, program printing, transportation needs), creates internal tasks, prioritizes by urgency, and notifies the right staff members automatically for coordination.

Auto-Create Prioritize Notifications
TIER 1.00

Smart Alert Teammate

Smart Alert System
Watch & Alert

Monitors every family interaction and alerts you when it matters most. If a family expressed concern, if special arrangements were requested, if a consultation was scheduled—you're notified instantly to provide the highest level of personal care and attention.

Smart Alerts Custom Rules Instant

THE
JOURNEY

Follow one family from first call to service completion—see how every system works together

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2:14 AM

THE PHONE RINGS
AT 2 AM

Alex calls at 2 AM after her mother passed. The AI answers instantly—no voicemail, no missed call.

ANSWERED ✓
Frontdesk Receptionist
Answered in 0.2s
AI: "Thank you for calling. I'm here to help during this difficult time. How may I assist you?"
Alex: "My mother just passed away. I need to arrange services."
AI: "I'm so sorry for your loss. I can help you arrange everything. Would you like to schedule a consultation to discuss service options?"
Frontdesk CRM
Alex Chen
Active
Phone
(555) 123-4567
Deceased
Margaret Chen
Service Type
Traditional Funeral
Service Date
March 15, 2024
Source
Phone • 2:14 AM
Saved to CRM automatically
02
2:15 AM

EVERY WORD
IS SAVED

As Alex talks, the AI captures everything: name, phone, her mother's information, service preferences, timing needs. Saved to CRM automatically—no forms, no typing during this sensitive time.

03
2:18 AM

SAT AT 10 AM
IS BOOKED

Alex says "Yes!" The AI checks your calendar, finds Saturday at 10 AM, and books it. Instant confirmation—no waiting, no back-and-forth during grief.

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Service Consultation
Alex Chen • Saturday, March 9 • 10:00 AM
Automation Sequence
1
Consultation Booked
Trigger detected in CRM
2
Confirmation Email Sent
Consultation details delivered instantly
3
Reminder Scheduled
SMS reminder queued for Friday
4
Planning Materials Queued
Service options guide ready to send
04
2:19 AM

THE SYSTEM
WAKES UP

The moment the consultation is booked, the system springs into action. Confirmation emails, reminder texts, planning materials, and service documentation—all happening automatically so you can focus on providing compassionate care.

Inbox
2 New
Consultation Confirmation
To: alex@email.com
Sent ✓
"Dear Alex, We're here to support you during this difficult time. Your consultation is confirmed for Saturday, March 9 at 10:00 AM..."
Consultation Reminder
To: alex@email.com
Scheduled
"This is a gentle reminder about your consultation tomorrow. We'll discuss all service options and answer any questions..."
05
2:20 AM

HER PHONE
BUZZES NOW

Alex's phone buzzes. It's a confirmation email from you—sent automatically by the AI Email Agent (coming soon). She reads it, feels supported, and can rest. Meanwhile, a reminder email is already scheduled for Friday. No one had to remember to send it.

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Saturday, 10:15 AM

SHE COULDN'T
MAKE IT

Saturday morning, Alex is dealing with family matters. She couldn't make the consultation. You see the missed appointment in your CRM and mark it as "No-Show." That's it. One click. The system takes over from here—you don't have to think about what to do next during this sensitive time.

NO-SHOW ALERT
Saturday, March 9 • 10:00 AM
AC
Alex Chen
Service Consultation
❌ Did not arrive
Status updated in CRM
→ Compassionate follow-up sequence triggered
Compassionate Follow-Up Sequence
1
No-Show Detected
Status updated in CRM
2
Gentle Outreach Scheduled
AI will reach out with care and understanding
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Full Context Loaded
Original conversation + family information ready
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Saturday, 10:16 AM

ONE CLICK
STARTS IT ALL

The moment you mark Alex as a no-show, the system springs into action with compassion. It remembers everything: the 2 AM phone call, her mother's information, service preferences. Gentle follow-up messages get scheduled automatically. The entire support process continues—you don't have to think about it.

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Monday, 3:45 PM

THE THIRD CALL
CONNECTS

Alex's phone rings. It's the third gentle call from your AI. She's finally able to talk—just got home from handling affairs. She answers. The AI remembers their entire conversation from last week and speaks with appropriate care. "Hi Alex, we understand this is a difficult time. Would you like to reschedule?" Alex says yes, picks a new time, and feels supported. The calendar updates automatically. No one had to do anything.

CONNECTED ✓
Compassionate Follow-Up
Smart Retry #3 • Connected
AI: "Hi Alex, we understand this is a difficult time. We're here to support you. Would you like to reschedule your consultation?"
Alex: "Yes, thank you. Can we do this Saturday instead?"
Consultation Rescheduled
Saturday, March 16 • 10:00 AM
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Saturday, 11:15 AM

SHE FEELS
SUPPORTED

Alex arrives for the rescheduled consultation. You guide her through service options with compassion. You mark it complete in your CRM. The moment you click "Complete," the system springs into action: service confirmation emails get queued, documentation is prepared, and coordination workflows begin. All happening automatically—you're just providing care.

CONSULTATION COMPLETE
Saturday, March 16 • 10:00 AM
Traditional Service Package
Alex Chen
Service coordination sequence activated
Frontdesk Forms
Service Arrangements • Pre-filled from CRM
AI guiding through fields...
AI guiding through fields...
✓ Ready to send automatically
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Saturday, 11:30 AM

HER PHONE BUZZES
ON THE WAY OUT

Alex just finished the consultation. She's walking to her car when her phone buzzes. It's a service arrangement form from Frontdesk Forms—already filled with her information and her mother's details. The AI guides her through obituary information and service details right on her phone. When she submits it, you're immediately notified. The coordination process begins automatically—all without you lifting a finger.

Incoming Call
Answered • Recognized from CRM
Context Loaded
Consultation completed • Arrangements submitted
AI
"Hello Alex, I remember your consultation. How can I help?"
Alex
"Question about the viewing hours..."
12
Monday, 2:30 PM

SHE HAS
A QUESTION

Alex is coordinating with family members about viewing hours. She has a question. She calls. The AI answers instantly, recognizes her from your CRM, remembers her consultation and arrangements, and is ready to help—no hold time, no voicemail, no missed calls during this important time. Alex gets her answer in seconds.

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March 15, 2024

THE SERVICE
IS BEAUTIFUL

Everything comes together perfectly. The system automatically handled confirmations, reminders, and coordination. The family feels supported, and Alex knows she could reach you anytime she needed.

SERVICE COMPLETE
Margaret Chen • Traditional Service
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March 20, 2024 • 4:30 PM

SHE TEXTS
AT 4:30 PM

A few days after the service, Alex needs information. She has questions: "When will the death certificates be ready?" "Can I get extra copies?" She texts the AI. It answers instantly with all the details she needs—no waiting, no phone calls, no searching through paperwork.

Text Conversation
Alex • Recognized from CRM
Alex
"Hi! When will the death certificates be ready?"
AI
"Hello Alex. Death certificates typically take 7-10 business days. We'll notify you when they're ready for pickup."
Alex
"Can I order extra copies?"
AI
"Yes, additional copies are $25 each. How many would you like to order?"
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March 25, 2024 • 7:30 PM

MONUMENT
QUESTIONS

Alex is ready to discuss a monument for her mother. It's 7:30 PM on a weekday. She can call, text, or chat—whichever she prefers. The AI answers instantly, understands her needs, connects her with monument options, and schedules a design consultation. Alex doesn't have to wait for business hours or navigate complicated processes. She just describes what she needs, and it's handled.

Alex's Options
CALL
Instant answer
CHAT
Quick & easy
TEXT
From anywhere
CONSULTATION SCHEDULED
Monument Design Discussion
Scheduled: Tuesday, 2:00 PM
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April 5, 2024

CERTIFICATES
ARE READY

The death certificates are ready for pickup. Alex gets notified automatically—email, text, or both, your choice. The system sends document notifications, memorial updates, monument progress reports, and important deadlines. Families stay informed without you sending individual messages. Everything happens automatically with care and respect.

Family Notifications
Sent to Alex Chen
DOCUMENT READY
Death Certificates Available
Ready for pickup • 10 certified copies
UPDATE
Monument Progress
Design approved • Installation scheduled for May 15
REMINDER
Memorial Website
Online tribute available for family and friends
✓ All updates sent automatically
No manual follow-up required
5-STAR REVIEW
June 2024
Alex Chen
Family of Margaret Chen
✓ Exceptional experience
Professional, compassionate service
Why she recommends you
"Someone was always available to answer questions, every detail was handled with care, and I never felt alone during this difficult time"
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Three Months Later

SHE TELLS
EVERYONE

Months later, when a friend loses someone, Alex recommends your funeral home without hesitation. She had an exceptional experience—questions were answered instantly day or night, every detail was handled with care, and she felt supported throughout. The same AI that helped her through her darkest hours provided consistent, compassionate service every step of the way. That's the full journey: from that first 2 AM call to a lifetime of referrals.

FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS

Everything you need to know about using Frontdesk for your funeral home

Can it handle after-hours calls from grieving families? +

Yes. The AI answers calls 24/7 with compassion and empathy, collects essential information from families, and immediately notifies your on-call director. No grieving family ever reaches voicemail during their time of need.

How does it handle sensitive pre-need inquiries? +

The AI handles pre-need planning calls with respect and dignity, answers questions about service packages and pricing, and schedules consultations with your funeral directors. It captures contact details for follow-up and nurtures these important relationships.

Does it reduce missed appointments for arrangement conferences? +

Yes. The system automatically sends gentle confirmation messages and reminder calls before arrangement conferences. It handles rescheduling requests with sensitivity, ensuring families feel supported throughout the process.

Can it schedule arrangement conferences directly into my calendar? +

Yes. Integrates with Google Calendar, Outlook, and most calendar systems. The AI checks your funeral directors' real-time availability and books arrangement conferences instantly—eliminating phone tag during difficult times.

How does it handle questions about service packages and pricing? +

The AI provides clear information about your service packages, burial and cremation options, and general pricing ranges. It explains what's included in each package and collects family preferences to help directors prepare personalized recommendations for the arrangement conference.

Does it work with my existing funeral home management software? +

Yes. Frontdesk integrates with most funeral home systems including Passare, FuneralTech, CFS, and others. All family information, appointments, and inquiries sync automatically into your case management system.

Can it handle multiple locations or branch facilities? +

Absolutely. The AI knows all your locations, chapel availability, service options, and staff schedules. It can route calls based on location preference, handle inquiries across multiple facilities, and manage your entire operation seamlessly.

What about immediate-need death calls and emergencies? +

The AI handles immediate-need death calls 24/7 with compassion, collects essential information about the deceased and location, and immediately connects families with your on-call funeral director. Every urgent call receives immediate human attention.

How much does it cost? +

Pricing is based on your call volume and number of locations. Most funeral homes see ROI within the first month from increased pre-need conversions and improved family satisfaction. Contact us for a custom quote tailored to your funeral home.

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FRONTDESK

Stop missing calls during difficult times. Start serving families 24/7 with compassion.

features

The AI Receptionist that Never Sleeps

Capture calls and appointments 24/7, even outside of business hours. Setup in minutes, keep your existing number.

AI Receptionist Tailored to your Business

Your AI Receptionist will understand everything about your business and services. This means that it can answer complex questions from callers easily.

AI Receptionist Sends Texts & Schedules Appointments’

Your AI phone receptionist can intelligently text the caller custom links during the conversation. For example, if the caller asks to schedule an appointment, the receptionist can text them your Calendly link.

Build and Tweak your AI Receptionist in Minutes

The simplest solution on the market. Create, purchase, and publish your AI Receptionist in just five minutes. You can even update your receptionist's knowledge base or greeting phrase anytime

Advanced Analytics with Your AI Receptionist

View  call transcripts, text history, and voicemails directly from your admin dashboard. Export phone numbers of callers for targeted promo.

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Multiple Channels, One AI Receptionist

Voice

Answers calls 24/7 with a human-like voice.

Text

Reaches out via SMS and replies to incoming text messages.

Website Embeddables

Choose your size, color, and voice. Then, embed your receptionist in your website.

integrations

Seamless Integration with Leading Scheduling Tools

Supercharge your existing booking system with our AI virtual receptionist. No limits.

Proof & Results

Testimonials

CFO, Garman Homes
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"Since launching (Frontdesk) full time, we’ve fielded over 400 calls, qualified 80 leads, and helped us close over $800,000 in new home sales within just six weeks."

CEO, Trade Recalls
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"In the first five days using AI (Frontdesk) outbound program, Acura of Auburn generated $30,000 in new revenue; a record month for the dealership."

CEO, Provest Realty
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"We get about 400 calls a week, and before (Frontdesk) the phones rang all day long. Around 80% of callers hit zero, so someone was always stuck directing calls. Now only about 20% reach our operator. The phones are quiet, the team can focus, and both offices are much calmer."

Operations Manager, Clear Speech
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"(Frontdesk) ended up transforming our entire office. We went from a 20-kid waitlist to zero, we capture 100% of our referral opportunities, and we’re saving hours every single day."

Seattle Foot & Ankle Center

"(Frontdesk) has taken a huge weight off our practice. We no longer miss calls, and I don’t have to spend time managing an answering service. The AI handles everything reliably, and I can update it in real time. it’s like having a full-time receptionist without the time burden."