About Burial
Even as the cremation rate has increased in recent years, the time honored tradition of burial continues to be a popular option.
Service Options to Commemorate a Life through Burial
Burial with a Traditional Funeral Service
The body is embalmed immediately after death. A visitation and funeral service occur at the funeral home, church, or other desired location, where the body of the deceased is present in a casket.
After the service is complete, the casket is buried at the chosen cemetery. This part of the funeral can be public or private, depending on the family's wishes.
Burial with a Veterans Service
The body is embalmed immediately after death. A visitation and funeral service occur at the funeral home, church, or other desired location, where the body of the deceased is present in a casket.
After the service is complete, special military honors, rites, or ceremonies occur at the chosen cemetery.
Burial with a Graveside Service
The body is embalmed immediately after death. A funeral service occurs at the place of burial, where the body of the deceased is present in a casket.
Immediate Burial
No funeral services or viewings occur after death - the body is immediately buried. Generally, embalming is not required, unless burial will be over 72 hours from time of death.
Burial Products
We offer a large selection of burial caskets and outer burial containers (burial vaults).
Burial FAQs
If your question isn't answered here, one of our funeral directors would be happy to assist you.
- The body is to be publicly viewed.
- Final disposition will be over 72 hours from time of death.
- The body is to be sent out of state by public transportation.
- The Commissioner of Health requires embalming for the control of infectious diseases for the safety of public health.
If embalming is required, the funeral director will specify the reason in writing on the Statement of Funeral Goods and Services Selected.