Anderson-Ragsdale Mortuary

Plan the service: Work with the Anderson-Ragsdale Mortuary to plan the funeral service, including selecting readings, music, and speakers. Consider any special requests or traditions that the deceased may have wanted.

Make arrangements: Meet with the Anderson-Ragsdale Mortuary funeral director to make arrangements for the funeral, including selecting a date and time, choosing a casket or urn, and deciding on any special requests or religious ceremonies.

Cremation and burial: Anderson-Ragsdale Mortuary can provide cremation services, including the use of a crematorium and urns for ashes...and also assist with arranging for burial, including the purchase of a burial plot and a casket.

Viewing and visitation: Anderson-Ragsdale Mortuary will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.

Memorial jewelry: Some funeral homes offer memorial jewelry that incorporates a small amount of a loved one's ashes or other mementos into a piece of jewelry that can be worn or kept as a keepsake.

DNA preservation: Check with Anderson-Ragsdale Mortuary about collecting and preserving a small sample of a deceased individual's DNA. This can be used for a range of purposes, including genealogy research, paternity testing, and forensic identification.