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Funeral Home
At Wood Family Funeral Service, we do, indeed, try to offer you a home, a comforting and inviting place to gather in remembrance and celebration of lives lived well. Our experienced staff is committed to this vision and passionate about making your time with us as memorable and uplifting as possible. We bring together decades of experience caring for families of all cultural backgrounds and diverse walks of life. We pledge to treat you and your loved ones just like family, and we guarantee to offer services that meet all of your specifications while exceeding all of your expectations. Licensed staff members are available around the clock, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to discuss your needs. Whether you are doing pre-planning or need to hold a service soon, we are ready to answer our phone and offer you warm, friendly, and empathetic service. Learn more about our funeral services.
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- Free parking garageNot available
- Free parking lotAvailable
- On-site parkingAvailable
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- GCGale CAug 31, 20255.0The entire staff was so kind and compassionate. They walked us through every step, asked about details I never would have thought about and we're there for us every minute of the day of dad's service. I can't express how grateful I am for their professional and compassionate service. I highly recommend them.
- JMJimmy MeleroJul 6, 20255.0Dealing with Woods was great. They responded quickly and helped with what I needed. Christal was very helpful and knowledgeable.
- BBBobJun 15, 20255.0Woods did a great job with my fathers service. Everything went very well and they were very responsive and great to work with.
- MWMary WalkerJan 6, 20255.0Everyone I spoke to was genuinely caring and helpful.
- RPRuss PhilpottFeb 11, 20235.0A great place, staff was very polite and curtious, knew their bussiness. Help us every step of the way.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wood Family Funeral Service
What does a Funeral Director do?
Pick up the deceased and transport the body to the funeral home (anytime day or night)
Notify proper authorities, family and/or relatives
Arrange and prepare death certificates
Provide certified copies of death certificates for insurance and benefit processing
Work with the insurance agent, Social Security or Veterans Administration to ensure that necessary paperwork is filed for receipt of benefits
Prepare and submit obituary to the newspapers of your choice
Bathe and embalm the deceased body, if necessary
Prepare the body for viewing including dressing and cosmetizing
Assist the family with funeral arrangements and purchase of casket, urn, burial vault and cemetery plot
Schedule the opening and closing of the grave with cemetery personnel, if a burial is to be performed
Coordinate with clergy if a funeral or memorial service is to be held
Arrange a police escort and transportation to the funeral and/or cemetery for the family
Order funeral sprays and other flower arrangements as the family wishes
Provide Aftercare, or grief assistance, to the bereaved
What do I do when a death occurs?
The funeral home will help coordinate arrangements with the cemetery.
Bring the following information to complete the State vital statistic requirements:
✓ Birthplace
✓ Father's Name
✓ Mother's Name
✓ Social Security Number
✓ Veteran's Discharge or Claim Number
✓ Education
✓ Marital Status
Contact your clergy. Decide on time and place of funeral or memorial service. This can be done at the funeral home.
The funeral home will assist you in determining the number of copies of the death certificates you will be needing and can order them for you.
Make a list of immediate family, close friends and employer or business colleagues. Notify each by phone.
Decide on appropriate memorial to which gifts may be made (church, hospice, library, charity or school).
Gather obituary information you want to include such as age, place of birth, cause of death, occupation, college degrees, memberships held, military service , outstanding work, list of survivors in immediate family. Include time and place of services. The funeral home will normally write article and submit to newspapers (newspaper will accept picture and they will be returned intact).
Arrange for members of family or close friends to take turns answering door or phone, keeping careful record of calls. If Social Security checks are automatic deposit, notify the bank of the death.
When I call, will someone come right away?
If you request immediate assistance, yes. If the family wishes to spend a short time with the deceased to say good-bye, that’s perfectly acceptable. Your funeral director will come when your time is right.
Should I choose Burial or Cremation?
Burial in a casket is the most common method of disposing of remains in the United States, although entombment also occurs. Cremation is increasingly selected because it can be less expensive and allows for the memorial service to be held at a more convenient time in the future when relatives and friends can come together.
A funeral service followed by cremation need not be any different from a funeral service followed by a burial. Usually, cremated remains are placed in urn before being committed to a final resting place. The urn may be buried, placed in an indoor or outdoor mausoleum or columbarium, or interred in a special urn garden that many cemeteries provide for cremated remains. The remains may also be scattered, according to state law.
What is the purpose of embalming?
Embalming sanitizes and preserves the body. Embalming makes it possible to lengthen the time between death and the final disposition, allowing family members time to arrange and participate in the type of service most comforting to them.
What services does Wood Family Funeral Service provide as a Funeral Director?
They pick up and transport the deceased anytime, arrange death certificates, assist with benefits paperwork, prepare obituaries, embalm and prepare the body, help with funeral arrangements including caskets and burial plots, coordinate services and transportation, order flowers, and provide grief assistance.
What should I do immediately when a death occurs?
The funeral home helps coordinate with the cemetery. Bring important personal information for vital statistics, contact clergy to arrange service details, order death certificates, notify family and friends, and decide on memorial contributions. The funeral home assists with obituary submissions and guidance on handling Social Security notifications.
Is assistance available at any time when I call Wood Family Funeral Service?
Yes, licensed staff are available 24/7 to provide warm, empathetic assistance and can respond immediately or when you are ready.
How do I choose between burial and cremation?
Burial is common and involves a casket, while cremation is less expensive and allows service at a flexible time. Cremated remains may be placed in urns and buried, entombed, or scattered according to state laws.
Why is embalming performed?
Embalming sanitizes and preserves the body, allowing more time between death and final disposition so families can arrange and participate in suitable services.
What are the business hours of Wood Family Funeral Service?
They are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, year-round to provide services whenever needed.
What payment options are accepted at Wood Family Funeral Service?
They accept American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, and offer financing options.
Is parking available at Wood Family Funeral Service?
Yes, there is free onsite parking available, but no paid parking lots or garages.
What are some nearby places I can visit before or after my appointment at Wood Family Funeral Service?
Nearby you can visit The Woods Pavilion for events or concerts, relax at Lisa Maries Day Spa, or enjoy a coffee at Mountain Coffee House.
Are there other funeral services and cemeteries near Wood Family Funeral Service?
Yes, Greenlawn Mortuary and Cemetery is nearby, offering additional options for funeral and cemetery services.