Founded by Tonya Whaley Harless and Gary Harless after being in the industry for 20+ years. With a heart for ministry and service, Tonya — a licensed funeral director and embalmer — now uses her years of industry experience to walk alongside families, guiding and supporting them through difficult decisions. She helps them understand their options, avoid unnecessary expenses, and make confident decisions during one of life's most difficult moments.
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Helping Families Make Informed Funeral Decisions Without Overpaying
Ashes To Ashes Concierge Services
Compassionate guidance • Peace of mind • Dignified decisions
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About Ashes To Ashes Concierge Services
Ashes To Ashes Concierge Services was founded on a simple but powerful calling: to walk alongside families during one of life's most overwhelming seasons. We are a ministry-focused funeral consulting service — not a funeral home, crematory, or mortuary. Our mission is to serve as your compassionate guide, helping you navigate end-of-life arrangements with clarity, dignity, and peace of mind.
Compassion
Every family deserves kindness and understanding during their time of loss.
Support
We stand beside you, ensuring your voice is heard and your rights are protected.
Transparency
No hidden fees, no pressure. Just honest guidance and clear information.
Ministry
Our work is rooted in a calling to serve others with grace and love.
Dignity
We honor every life and every family's unique wishes and traditions.
Our Concierge Services
Cremation Coordination & Guidance
We help families compare cremation options and coordinate with licensed providers.
We provide guidance through the questions that matter most, including what is included, what is optional, what each provider requires, and whether the arrangements truly align with your loved one's wishes, your family's values, and your budget.
Memorial & Celebration of Life Planning Guidance
A meaningful memorial or celebration of life does not always require a funeral home. We help families explore flexible, lower-cost options such as churches, community spaces, private homes, parks, restaurants, or graveside gatherings while still creating a thoughtful service that honors your loved one with dignity.
Funeral Home Comparison & Shopping Assistance
We help families compare funeral homes, cremation providers, merchandise, service packages, and required fees so they understand what they are paying for before making decisions. Our role is to educate, identify possible cost savings, and, when needed, accompany families through provider conversations so they feel supported and never pressured.
Veteran Benefit Guidance
For veterans and their families, we help explain available military burial benefits, honors, cemetery options, and documentation needs, including guidance related to Houston National Cemetery. We also help families identify discounted services and respectful options that honor a veteran's service while keeping costs clear and manageable.
Grief Support Resources & Referrals
Grief does not end when the arrangements are made. We connect you with trusted grief counselors, support groups, faith-based resources, and community organizations to support your healing journey.
Cemetery Spaces: Buy & Sell
We assist families who are looking to purchase cemetery spaces as well as families who need help selling spaces they no longer plan to use. We explain resale options, help compare cemetery pricing against private-sale opportunities, guide listing and transfer questions, and look for ways buyers may save money while sellers receive practical support through the process.
Travel Insurance
We help families understand final-expense travel protection that can cover transportation needs if death occurs away from home. For a one-time fee, this coverage may provide significant savings compared with arranging transportation through a funeral home, where out-of-area transport can become very expensive.
Pre-Planning Consultation
Planning ahead is one of the greatest gifts you can give your family. We offer pre-planning consultations to help you document your wishes, explore options, and make informed decisions — all at your own pace, with no pressure.
Not sure which services you need? Contact us for a free, no-obligation consultation.
Schedule a ConsultationHow It Works
Our simple, compassionate process ensures you're never alone during this journey.
1
Reach Out
Contact us by phone, email, or through our website. Whether you're planning ahead or need immediate assistance, we're here to help. Start with a free conversation.
2
Personalized Consultation
We listen to your needs, answer your questions, and gather the details needed to understand your family's wishes, priorities, and budget.
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We Help You Compare & Decide
We guide you through funeral, cremation, merchandise, and service options so you can compare providers, understand pricing, and make informed decisions.
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Ongoing Support
Our care does not end when the arrangements are complete. We remain available to answer questions, provide guidance, and connect families with helpful resources.
Transparent, Honest Pricing
We believe in complete transparency. Our consulting and support fees are clearly outlined below — no hidden costs, no surprises. Actual funeral, cremation, cemetery, merchandise, or memorial service costs are separate and paid directly to the providers you choose.
Planning Ahead? Start with a free conversation. If you choose to move forward with personalized guidance, we'll clearly explain the next steps and any fees—no pressure, ever.
Frequently Asked Questions
We understand you may have questions. Here are answers to some of the most common ones. If you do not see your question here, please contact us.
No. Ashes To Ashes Concierge Services is not a funeral home, crematory, or mortuary. We are a ministry-focused funeral consulting service that helps families understand options, compare providers, and make informed decisions.
We help families navigate end-of-life arrangements with clarity and confidence. That includes explaining options, comparing services and merchandise, helping families avoid unnecessary costs, and providing compassionate support during a difficult time.
Most families do not make funeral decisions often, and they may be asked to make major financial decisions very quickly. We help you understand your choices, compare providers, and avoid overpaying so you can make informed decisions without feeling pressured.
Yes. Our fees are for consulting, guidance, and support. Funeral, cremation, cemetery, and related service costs are separate and paid directly to the providers you choose.
Cremation costs can vary by provider, service type, merchandise, and family preferences, but many cremation arrangements commonly range from $1,295 – $4,095. We help families compare options clearly so they understand what is included before making decisions.
Absolutely. Our service is optional. We are here for families who want additional support, guidance, and help comparing options during an emotional season.
Yes. We offer pre-planning consultations to help individuals and families document wishes, explore options, and make thoughtful decisions ahead of time.
Our work is rooted in compassion, service, and faith-centered care. We seek to walk alongside families with grace, wisdom, and practical support while respecting each family's personal beliefs and preferences.
We serve the Katy, Texas area and beyond. Please contact us to discuss your location and how we may be able to help.
What Families Are Saying
I know first hand that losing a loved one and where to go from there, is very difficult and overwhelming. The hospital doesn't give you a to-do list after that. So, this is where Tonya Whaley with Ashes to Ashes Concierge Services comes in and walks with you as much or as little as you need her to. She has many many years of experience in the funeral business and I can tell you, she has a very very compassionate soul and strong work ethic. Inquire her services because you may even find that what she offers saves you $.
I'll never forget how you stepped in and sweetly assisted Maggie in her time of need. The loss of her husband was sudden and you helped her navigate all of the planning from the hospital to the burial. I love you for that! You're doing exactly what God called you to do.
I don't know what my family would have done without you during the loss of our sweet Madison!!!! You will always have a special place in our hearts.
Get In Touch
Whether you need immediate assistance or want to learn more about our services, we're here for you. Reach out anytime — there's no obligation, and your first consultation is always free.
Phone
(281) 900-1127
Hours
Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location
Serving the Katy, Texas area and beyond
We respond to all inquiries as promptly as possible. For immediate needs, please call us directly.