Riser Funeral Homes Obituaries · Columbia, LA
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Riser Funeral Homes Obituaries
Latest obituary detected on February 19, 2026.
Randy Lane Denison (opens in a new tab)
Louisiana
Jo Ann Stapleton Bresett (opens in a new tab)
Louisiana
Valda Rushing Parker (opens in a new tab)
Louisiana
Andrew Cole Vining (opens in a new tab)
Louisiana
Linda Charlene Smith Bailey (opens in a new tab)
Louisiana
Wilbur Lee Black (opens in a new tab)
Louisiana
Billy Wayne Floyd (opens in a new tab)
Louisiana
Jeanne Rena Evans (opens in a new tab)
Louisiana
Terri Black Corley (opens in a new tab)
Louisiana
David Lynn Gough (opens in a new tab)
Louisiana
Bettye Dale Allred (opens in a new tab)
Louisiana
Juanita Ruth Franklin Doffitt (opens in a new tab)
Louisiana
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About Riser Funeral Homes
Riser Funeral Homes was established in 1934 when Monor Riser and his wife Ruby (Upshaw) Riser relocated from the Ruston area to Columbia. Mr. Riser, a former schoolteacher in Lincoln Parish, opened the funeral home after learning that Caldwell Parish needed a funeral facility for its residents. Ruby Riser also operated the Riser Flower Shop in conjunction with the funeral home.
In 1974, H. Neil Riser Sr. and his wife Lillian Gore Riser built the current 6,000-square-foot facility. Following Neil Riser Sr.'s death in 1985, Neil Riser Jr. joined the staff and continued operations with Douglas M. "Buzzy" May until May's death in 2009. Vicki Smith Riser, wife of Neil Riser Jr., now serves as a funeral director and office manager.
The family-owned business operates two locations serving Caldwell Parish and surrounding communities, with facilities in both Columbia and Olla. The funeral home provides traditional burial services, cremation with multiple service options, veterans honors, and advance planning programs.
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What is the phone number for Riser Funeral Homes?
You can reach Riser Funeral Homes by calling (318) 649-2311.
Where is Riser Funeral Homes located?
Riser Funeral Homes is located at 7131 Highway 165 Columbia, LA 71418.
How do I view obituaries from Riser Funeral Homes?
You can view recent obituaries from Riser Funeral Homes at the top of this page, in the Riser Funeral Homes Obituaries section. You can also visit their official website for more information.
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Obituaries handled by Riser Funeral Homes in Columbia, LA are listed on this page. Use the search box in the obituaries section to find a specific name.
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Can I send flowers to Riser Funeral Homes?
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