Business Details
42 Years
experience
Edwards Funeral Homes | Compassionate Funeral Services in Norwood & Mt. Gilead
Edwards Funeral Homes, established in 1984 in Norwood and expanded to Mt. Gilead in 2002, is a family-owned business dedicated to providing compassionate, affordable funeral services. Our team understands the emotional challenges of losing a loved one and prioritizes personalized care, offering dignified options without unnecessary costs. With decades of combined experience, we serve all faiths and races, emphasizing simplicity and respect. Our commitment extends beyond ceremonies through grief support resources and pre-planning services to ease future burdens.Recognized for community involvement, we operate two locations to better serve Stanly County, blending local familiarity with professional expertise. We uphold transparency in pricing and maintain partnerships with veterans' organizations to honor military service members. Our staff, including licensed funeral directors, ensures every family receives attentive support during difficult times.
Services
Traditional Funerals
Cremation Services
Pre-Planning
Veterans' Burials
Infant Cremation
Monument Sales
Grief Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- Family-owned with 40+ years of local funeral service experience
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees or unnecessary costs
- Specialized veterans' burial services and military honors
- Free infant cremation services with family support included
- Personalized pre-planning options to ease future decisions
Associations and certifications
- North Carolina Funeral Directors Association
- National Funeral Directors Association
Services
Traditional Funerals
Our traditional funeral services include professional embalming, visitation, and ceremony arrangements at your choice of location. We coordinate all logistics from transportation to cemetery details while offering customizable elements like floral tributes and obituary submissions. Families receive certified death certificates and benefit filings to simplify administrative tasks during this difficult time.
Cremation Services
We provide direct cremation options without visitation, as well as memorial services following cremation. Our staff assists with urn selection, cemetery interment, or private scattering arrangements. Infant cremation services are available at no charge for professional services, with merchandise costs separate. Cremation packages include necessary authorizations and local transportation.
Veterans' Burials
Eligible veterans receive folded American flags, Taps playing, and military honor guards through our DD Form 214 verification process. We coordinate headstone procurement and burial flag assistance while explaining VA benefit eligibility. Our team has experience arranging full military honors ceremonies and standard 7-person details for qualified service members.
Pre-Planning
Our pre-planning services let you document final wishes through customizable plans completed at home or in-person. We guide families through cemetery plot selection, casket choices, and service personalization while explaining pre-payment protection against rising costs. This process ensures your preferences are honored while reducing decision-making stress for loved ones.
Grief Support
Beyond funeral services, we offer year-long daily grief support messages and partnerships with counseling resources like Webhealing.com. Our staff provides printed materials about coping strategies and connects families with local support groups. This ongoing assistance helps navigate the emotional journey following loss through both digital and in-person resources.
People
Mitchell D. Edwards
President/Funeral Director
Licensed funeral director with 40+ years serving Norwood since 1984, emphasizing community care and affordable options.
Hallie E. Lambert
Funeral Service Director
Licensed professional continuing family legacy since 2014, specializing in personalized service coordination.
Kenzie Edwards
Funeral Service Director
Next-generation director combining modern practices with established family values in funeral care.
Mike Parker
Funeral Service Assistant
Support staff member ensuring smooth operations across both Norwood and Mt. Gilead locations.
Cynthia Edwards
Funeral Service Assistant
Experienced team member providing compassionate support during arrangements and ceremonies.
Questions
What funeral service options are available?
We offer traditional funerals, cremation services, and pre-planning options tailored to family preferences.
Do you provide veterans' funeral benefits?
Yes, we assist with military honors, headstones, and burial flags for eligible veterans.
Can I plan a funeral in advance?
Yes, we offer pre-arrangement services to document your wishes and reduce future family burdens.
Are cremation services less expensive?
Cremation typically costs less than burial, with flexible memorialization options available.
Do you offer grief support resources?
Yes, we provide daily grief messages and partnerships with counseling organizations for ongoing support.
