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Funeral Home
Sterling Funeral Homes in Dayton & Anahuac, TX provides funeral home, burial, veteran, memorialization, cremation and life celebration services. Call us 24/7.
When we sit down with a family, our shared goal is to create a fitting, memorable and affordable service for their loved one. We offer them a wide variety of services and products, as well as a wealth of creative ideas and suggestions. Together, we'll design a memorial or funeral service that suits their needs now, and in the future. Families who come to us know that years from now, they will have deep peace-of-mind because in coming to us, they've done their best to honor their loved one.
Location
Sterling Funeral Homes - Anahuac
1201 S. Main Street, Anahuac, TX
77514, United States
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- DSDonna StandleyJun 10, 20245.0My husband’s memorial service was above and beyond. Kim and her precious staff comforted our family in many different ways. We love them so much!
- PNPatricia NaumanJan 20, 20235.0Sterling Funeral Home provided the most compassionate, timely and professional care for my Mom’s service. The staff supported our family from the very beginning and continues to follow-up with us to check on our family. Exceptional service with attentive care for our loved one and the family. Thank you Sterling Funeral Home for your love and care during such a difficult time.
- CCCaitlinJan 18, 20215.0Compassionate and caring. Our mother passed away in December of 2020 and both Kim, and elizabeth were really helpful during these hard times. So compassionate and caring towards our family.
- JWJamie WolmanOct 1, 20195.0Amazing and wonderful handling of every detail of our Mother, Bertha Mae Casey’s service.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sterling Funeral Homes - Anahuac
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 Sterling Funeral Homes - Anahuac provide?
Sterling Funeral Homes offers funeral home, burial, veteran, memorialization, cremation, and life celebration services.
Are you open 24/7 for funeral services?
Yes, Sterling Funeral Homes - Anahuac is open 24 hours a day, including federal holidays.
What payment options are accepted at Sterling Funeral Homes - Anahuac?
The funeral home accepts American Express, Cash, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa.
How can I contact Sterling Funeral Homes - Anahuac?
You can call them at +1 409-267-3456 or email wecare@sterlingfuneralhome.com.
What does a Funeral Director do at Sterling Funeral Homes - Anahuac?
They provide services such as transporting the deceased, notifying authorities and family, preparing death certificates, assisting with funeral arrangements, embalming, and providing aftercare and grief support.
How do I proceed after a death has occurred?
The funeral home helps coordinate with cemeteries, gathers necessary personal information for vital records, assists with obituary preparation, funeral service planning, and notifying family and friends.
Can I choose between burial and cremation?
Yes, burial or cremation are options. Burial in caskets is common, while cremation is often less expensive and can accommodate flexible memorial service timing.
What nearby places can I visit around Sterling Funeral Homes - Anahuac?
Nearby places include Trinity Episcopal Church for spiritual services, Fort Anahuac Park for outdoor activities, and Chambers County Library if you want to explore local history or resources.
How can nearby transit and services help me visit Sterling Funeral Homes?
While public transit details are not listed, nearby conveniences like the Exxon gas station and local eateries such as Pizza Inn can facilitate your visit and provide comforts before or after your appointment.
Are there local community organizations near Sterling Funeral Homes for support?
Yes, community organizations such as American Legion Hall and Trinity Bay Soil & Water Conservation District are nearby and may offer additional local support or resources.