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About Us

Who we are

Celebrating life since 1949

As a proud member of the Snellville & Lawrenceville community since 1949, we're honored to help families celebrate their loved ones. We pledge to ensure that every funeral and memorial service is deeply personal, fostering healing and remembrance.

What we stand for

Our promise

Today, tomorrow, and forever, our commitment to you stays the same.

Dignity

Every life is unique, and we promise to honor and respect each journey, crafting ceremonies that reflect each individual.

Guidance

Navigating grief can be overwhelming; we stand by you, providing direction and solace every step of the way.

Legacy

Beyond a service, we're committed to helping families create lasting tributes that transcend generations.

Our story

As one of the oldest and most recognizable landmarks in the area, Tom Wages Funeral Services is a stately ode to Snellville & Lawrenceville history. Established in 1949, our funeral home and cemetery has evolved greatly over the years to accommodate the evolving needs of our community. Yet our commitment to service remains the same. Even as we modernize our services and facilities, we stay true to our belief that honoring and celebrating life is deeply sacred and personal.

1925

Founded in 1925 as a beautifully landscaped park northeast of downtown Snellville & Lawrenceville, Tom Wages Funeral Services is proud of the reputation we've built on quality, sincerity and trust with services that celebrate and honor the life of every individual.

1942

Founded in 1925 as a beautifully landscaped park northeast of downtown Snellville & Lawrenceville, Tom Wages Funeral Services is proud of the reputation we've built on quality, sincerity and trust with services that celebrate and honor the life of every individual.

Meet the team

Our incredible staff

Helping families create lasting legacies is more than a job — it's our calling. We are here to support you in any way we can and will offer you the full attention, knowledge, and compassion you need.

Christopher S. Banks

Christopher S. Banks

Rick Johnson

Rick Johnson

Valarie J. Wages

Valarie J. Wages

Joseph Ricks

Joseph Ricks

Elliot Flom

Elliot Flom

Teena W. Fowler

Teena W. Fowler

Stephanie Friess

Stephanie Friess

Kathryn Martin

Kathryn Martin

Steve "Bo" Roberts

Steve "Bo" Roberts

Jim Killgore

Jim Killgore

Patrick Hedger

Patrick Hedger

Keith Allgood

Keith Allgood

David Mulkey

David Mulkey

James Dean Burdett

James Dean Burdett

Wanda Mulkey

Wanda Mulkey

Glenda Smith

Glenda Smith

Betty Hughes

Betty Hughes

Mary Anne Jenkins

Mary Anne Jenkins

Andrea Barnes

Andrea Barnes

In Loving Memory

Grace Clower

Grace Clower

In Loving Memory

Shirley Harbin

Shirley Harbin

In Loving Memory

J.D. Waddell

J.D. Waddell

In Loving Memory

We're here for you

A time to honor, comfort and heal

We help create unique and meaningful memorial services to celebrate your loved one and begin the healing process for families and friends left behind.

We’ll take care of every detail

We'll help you with everything you need with a simple step-by-step process for all of your funeral, cremation and cemetery plans.

Unique Funerals and Tributes

Every individual is unique. Which is why we offer fully customizable memorial services designed just for your family.

Compassionate customer care

We're here to answer any questions and help in any way we can – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Past memorials

“GREAT SERVICE”

Author: Thomas Johnson rated with 5 stars
Careers

We're hiring

Beyond the opportunity to truly make a difference, Tom Wages Funeral Services offers competitive pay, a healthy work-life balance, and many opportunities for growth.

Plan Ahead

Plan for the future, today

Pre-planning lets your loved ones focus on honoring life instead of hashing out details. Learn the choices you can make now, so a future funeral becomes more of a celebration than a burden.