Batesville Named One of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies for Third Consecutive Year in Newsweek Study
BATESVILLE, Ind., April 2, 2026 – Batesville has once again been named one of the Most Trustworthy Companies in America, earning a place on Newsweek’s 2026 list for the third year in a row. The company ranked in the top 30 of the Consumer Goods category, alongside well-known national and global brand leaders.
“Being recognized as a trusted company is especially meaningful because it reflects the care, respect, and commitment our associates bring to supporting funeral professionals and the families they serve,” said Chris Trainor, CEO of Batesville. “For more than a century, Batesville has built its reputation on reliability, integrity, and service, and we remain deeply committed to earning that trust every day.”
Newsweek’s Most Trustworthy Companies in America list is based on an independent study conducted in partnership with Statista, Inc. The ranking evaluates U.S. companies by analyzing survey responses from residents alongside online mentions and company performance indicators.
Headquartered in southeastern Indiana, Batesville has spent more than 140 years helping funeral professionals support grieving families. The company provides burial, cremation, and technology solutions for funeral homes, cemeteries and crematories, along with merchandising tools, and extensive personalization and memorialization options.
Batesville operates four award-winning manufacturing facilities in North America and a private logistics fleet that serves more than 90 regional and local service centers, ensuring timely delivery and exceptional customer service. The company’s 3,000 associates bring dedication, care, and expertise to their work every day, guided by Batesville’s mission of helping families honor the lives of those they love®.
To see the list of rankings by Newsweek, visit Most Trustworthy Companies in America 2026.
###
About Batesville Services, LLC
Batesville is a recognized leader in the deathcare industry in North America, offering a comprehensive portfolio of burial and cremation products, memorialization options and innovative technology solutions. For more than 140 years, Batesville has supported licensed funeral professionals in helping families honor the lives of those they love®. A history of manufacturing excellence, product innovation, superior customer service, and reliable delivery helped Batesville become – and remain – a trusted leader in the deathcare industry.
To learn more, contact: Greg Jaeger, Director, Brand & Communications 812.931.5084 Media.Inquiries@Batesville.com ©2026 Batesville Services, LLC
