Funeral Services & Cemeteries in Iowa City

Lensing Funeral & Cremation Service

605 Kirkwood Ave, Iowa City

Thu Open 24 hours

“I cannot say enough about how carefully and compassionately Deb and her team at Lensing handled my brother’s passing. He passed away suddenly, and without a plan for what he wanted. That left us (his family) struggling to make hundreds of decisions in a very short period of time, while dealing with terrible shock and grief. They showed such empathy and were able to both accede to our wishes and to offer suggestions when we felt lost. Theirs is not the kind of service that most people like to think about needing someday, but at the moment that you or your family need it, it is one of the most important decisions you can make. We recommend them to anyone, without reservation. They turned something awful into something beautiful, and they did it with such compassion and grace.”

Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service

2720 Muscatine Ave, Iowa City

Thu Open 24 hours

“Matt and his team were exceptional. I lost a loved one unexpectedly in Iowa City, and our family hasn’t experienced much loss, so we were navigating unfamiliar territory. From the moment I called, he provided true white-glove service, offering thoughtful recommendations, clear guidance, and genuine expertise every step of the way.
What stood out most was his willingness to go above and beyond. He even traveled many miles outside of Iowa City to support us with my mom’s celebration of life, which meant a great deal to our family during such a difficult time.
Every detail was handled with care and professionalism. If you’re looking for a funeral home in Iowa City, this is by far the best option. You will feel truly cared for, and your loved one will be in compassionate, capable hands”

Oakland Cemetery

1000 Brown St, Iowa City

Thu 8AM - 4:30PM

“Been staying here for about 5 years now. It can get a bit noisy around Halloween, what with all of the footsteps you hear above you (especially if your unit happens to be located near the Black Angel). All in all, though, it's a pretty nice place, especially considering that you get to meet other residents from very different times. I highly recommend choosing this place when the day comes!”