Funeral home · Austin, TX

King-Tears Mortuary

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King-Tears Mortuary is one of the oldest continuously-held funeral licenses in Texas, operating since 1901. Family-owned and independent, it serves Austin and surrounding communities and specializes in personalized funeral and cremation services.

Independent, family-owned

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Starting price: $200
Ownership: Independent, family-owned
Established: 1901

About King-Tears Mortuary

For 124 years, King-Tears Mortuary has been the trusted name for funeral care in Austin and the surrounding communities. We are one of the oldest continuously-operating funeral establishments in the state of Texas, family-owned and independent in an era when so many of our peers have been acquired by corporate chains. When Austin families want a funeral home that still answers to them — and only them — they call King-Tears.

King-Tears Mortuary prices

Price list published

Service prices
Basic Services of the Director, Staff, and Overhead	$1,950
Use of Facilities and Staff for Viewing/Visitation	$200
Use of Facilities and Staff for Funeral Ceremony	$300
Use of Facilities and Staff for Memorial Service	$300
Transfer of Remains to Funeral Home (First Call)	$350
Use of a Funeral Coach (Hearse)	$400
Direct Cremation	$1,145
Embalming	$895

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Services offered

Funeral homes

Recognition & specialties

Specialties

memorial tree planting
personalized funeral services
cremation services

Where is King-Tears Mortuary?

1300 E 12th St, Austin, TX

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Hours

Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

King-Tears Mortuary reviews

Updated July 2026

4.1

38 reviews

Rating from Google · updated July 2026

4.1 from 38 reviews on google

What funeral homes prices usually include

General context, not specific to King-Tears Mortuary: a typical funeral homes price covers the items on the left. Those on the right are common add-ons billed separately — ask for an itemized list.

Included

The funeral home's basic services and staff fee
Transfer of the deceased into their care
Coordination of permits and paperwork
Use of facilities for a viewing or service
An itemized price list, required by the FTC Funeral Rule

Usually extra

A casket, urn, or burial vault
A cemetery plot or cremation fee
Flowers, catering, and obituary notices
Certified copies of the death certificate

Frequently asked questions

How much does basic services of the director, staff, and overhead cost at King-Tears Mortuary?

King-Tears Mortuary lists basic services of the director, staff, and overhead at $1,950. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.

How much does use of facilities and staff for viewing/visitation cost at King-Tears Mortuary?

King-Tears Mortuary lists use of facilities and staff for viewing/visitation at $200. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.

How much does use of facilities and staff for funeral ceremony cost at King-Tears Mortuary?

King-Tears Mortuary lists use of facilities and staff for funeral ceremony at $300. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.

What services does King-Tears Mortuary offer?

King-Tears Mortuary offers funeral homes, and is a funeral home. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.

Where is King-Tears Mortuary located?

King-Tears Mortuary is located at 1300 E 12th St, Austin, TX. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.

Will King-Tears Mortuary give me an itemized price list?

Yes. The federal FTC Funeral Rule requires every funeral home to give you a written, itemized General Price List on request — in person or over the phone — and to let you choose only the goods and services you want. Always compare a couple of providers before deciding.