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April 25, 2025
Legacy Funeral Group Acquires Bunker's Funeral Homes & Cemeteries
Bunker Acquisition

Las Vegas, NV — April 2025 — Legacy Funeral Group announces its acquisition of Bunker’s Funeral Homes & Cemeteries from Carriage Funeral Services (CSV). This acquisition significantly enhances Legacy’s presence in the Las Vegas Valley.

Properties acquired include:

  • Eden Vale Mortuary
  • Eden Vale Memorial Park
  • Memory Gardens Cemetery & Mortuary
  • Woodlawn Cemetery

Bunker’s Funeral Homes & Cemeteries have served Las Vegas for over 80 years. Larry Davis, who brings over 45 years of deathcare experience and has been part of the Las Vegas community since 1995, will continue as Area Manager. Davis is actively involved in local community organizations, including the Trauma Intervention Program (TIP), Nathan Adelson Hospice, and Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada.

Larry Davis will support General Manager Lauren Guido in overseeing Davis and Las Vegas Cremations, enhancing service and professionalism for families throughout Southern Nevada.

Legacy Funeral Group warmly welcomes Larry Davis and the entire Bunker’s team.

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