Frequently Asked Questions

Funerals provide surviving family members and friends a caring, supportive environment in which to recognize the death of a loved one, and to share thoughts and feelings about that person. Funerals are the first step in the healing process.

Under normal circumstances, preparing the body for the funeral service and burial takes at least 4-5 hours. It typically takes around 3 hours to embalm the body and around an hour to dress the body and do any cosmetology work.

Embalming not only sanitizes and preserves the body, slows the decomposition process, and enhances the appearance of a body disfigured by traumatic death or illness, but also lengthens the time between death and the final disposition. This allows loved ones time to make the appropriate arrangements.

Funeral costs vary depending on the type of service and merchandise selected. Our Funeral Directors are always available to provide cost details and answer your questions.

Yes, we can assist you with out-of-state arrangements, including transfer to or from another state.