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Selected Independent Funeral Homes is a worldwide trade association of independent funeral homes who share a common interest in continuous improvement to best serve families and individuals. Whether you are a consumer or independent funeral professional, we are here to help you. Please explore our website to learn more or contact us at any time.
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Selected News
7/2/2026
Nominations Are Now Open: NextGen Professional of the Year Award
This is your opportunity to spotlight a funeral professional who is making a meaningful impact—whether it's a colleague or even yourself.
7/2/2026
Learn from One of America's Most Historic Cemeteries
Join the Funeral Home & Cemetery Management Community for a Lunch & Learn during the Annual Meeting featuring Michael Higgs of Cave Hill.
7/2/2026
Let’s Raise the Bar in Louisville
Selected member Alex Ratterman Jr., Ratterman & Sons Funeral Home, KY shares some of the reasons the city makes such a memorable destination for the 2026 Annual Meeting!
Upcoming Events
Group 2 Roundtable
July 30, 2026
The Billow Co.'s Fairlawn Chapel
Fairlawn, OH
2026 Selected Study Groups Day
September 2, 2026
Omni Louisville Hotel
Louisville, KY
I am Selected
"Being a part of Selected has been such an asset professionally and is a beneficial part of what we do. Having the opportunity to connect with some of the best and brightest in funeral service is invaluable to our firm."
– J. Sheridan Lee, Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, Garner, NC