Banister Funeral Home

Grief support: Offering resources and support to help Hiawassee, Georgia families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.

Legal services: The funeral director can assist with legal services, such as obtaining death certificates, permits, and other necessary documentation.

Cremation and burial: Banister Funeral Home 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.

DNA preservation: Check with Banister Funeral Home 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.

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

Viewing and visitation: Banister Funeral Home will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.