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Lotz Funeral Home in Roanoke, VA provides funeral home, burial, veteran, memorialization, cremation and life celebration services. Call us 24/7.
Our Pre-Planning Services make it easy for you to get your express wishes down in writing, ensuring that you have the kind of memorial service you truly desire and that your friends and loved ones can have total peace of mind that they are adhering to your wishes. We host Burial Services that convey both the solemnity of the occasion, but also the joy that comes from celebrating the life of a dear loved one. We are happy to attend to all aspects of the service, and we invite our guests to linger as long as they wish, fully enjoying a special and intimate time with friends and family. For those who choose it, we also offer Cremation Services; cremation can be a meaningful way in which many families mark the death of a loved one. We offer services tailored to honor those who are military service members and veterans, as well.
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- RRRachelOct 5, 20255.0On the anniversary of my brother in law’s untimely death from a brief illness, I am finally finding a moment to express my profound gratitude for the professionalism and empathy demonstrated by Lotz, specifically Alex Weaver. I unhesitatingly recommend them to anyone who finds themselves unexpectedly in need of support and expertise, including at a distance. Forever grateful.
- ATAmy ThomasSep 24, 20235.0Can’t say enough about how kind & compassionate the entire staff was! Betty went above and beyond making sure every request was met.
- NBNellie BecknerNov 9, 20215.0If I could give 10 stars I would! Everyone that works here are amazing! After being turned away from other funeral homes Betty Cundiff said don’t worry we got this and she did! I highly recommend Lotz funeral home in Roanoke! Thank you all so much
- JJjon johnsonApr 25, 20155.0Exactly where i had to ho
Frequently Asked Questions About Lotz Funeral Home - Roanoke
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 Lotz Funeral Home in Roanoke provide?
Lotz Funeral Home provides funeral home, burial, veteran, memorialization, cremation, and life celebration services, along with pre-planning options to ensure your wishes are honored.
Are your services available 24/7, including holidays?
Yes, Lotz Funeral Home is open 24 hours every day, including Federal Holidays.
What payment methods are accepted at Lotz Funeral Home?
They accept AMERICANEXPRESS, CASH, DISCOVER, MASTERCARD, and VISA for payments.
What does a Funeral Director do at Lotz Funeral Home?
They handle everything from transporting the deceased, notifying authorities, preparing death certificates, embalming, arranging funeral and memorial services, to providing grief assistance.
What should I do immediately after a death occurs?
You should coordinate with the funeral home and cemetery, gather vital information like birthplaces and social security numbers, contact clergy, and notify family and friends. The funeral home assists with certificates and obituary arrangements.
What are the options between burial and cremation at Lotz Funeral Home?
Burial and cremation are offered. Burial involves caskets and gravesites, while cremation offers flexible memorial services and options for urn placement or scattering.
How does embalming benefit the funeral process?
Embalming sanitizes and preserves the body, allowing more time between death and final arrangements for family participation and comfort.
What nearby churches could I consider for funeral or memorial services?
Nearby churches include Christ Episcopal Church, St Mark's Lutheran Church, Beth Israel Synagogue, Orthodox Reformed Church, and Stone Mountain Zendo, which can coordinate with funeral services at Lotz Funeral Home.
Are there local senior services near Lotz Funeral Home for aftercare support?
Yes, Blue Ridge Senior Services is nearby and can assist with event planning and retirement home services to support families during difficult times.
Which nearby legal and financial services could assist with estate planning after a funeral?
Nearby options include Lichtenstein Law Group PLC, Rhodes Butler & Dellinger PC, Altizer Law for legal needs, and Stanley G. Boatwright for accounting and trusts to help manage estate affairs.