Business Details
29 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Funeral Services in Calera, AL
Charter Funeral Home has been serving families in Calera, Alabama since May 1997. As a family-owned and operated business, we understand the deeply personal nature of funeral planning and prioritize creating meaningful, customized tributes for each individual we serve. Our 11,000-square-foot facility features modern amenities including an on-site crematory, chapel, visitation parlor, and the Charter Memorial Scatter Garden surrounded by peaceful woodland scenery. We specialize in both traditional burial and cremation services, offering a full selection of caskets and urns to suit any budget.Our team provides comprehensive support throughout the entire process, from initial arrangements to obituary preparation, while maintaining a compassionate environment that allows families to focus on honoring their loved ones. With our extensive experience in funeral services and commitment to community values, we strive to make this difficult process as smooth and dignified as possible for every family we serve.
Services
Funeral Services
Cremation Services
Veterans Services
Obituary Preparation
Casket Selection
Urn Selection
Memorial Services
Pre-Planning Services
Transportation Services
Grief Support
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- Family-owned operation serving the community since 1997
- On-site crematory with state-of-the-art equipment
- Customized funeral services honoring individual life stories
- 24/7 support during difficult times
- Comprehensive assistance with all funeral arrangements
What people say
Compassionate support
Personalized services
Peaceful environment
Services
Funeral Services
We provide comprehensive traditional funeral services tailored to family preferences and religious customs. Our services include casket selection, chapel arrangements, and personalized memorial tributes. Our experienced staff guides families through every step of the burial process while maintaining dignity and respect.
Cremation Services
Our state-of-the-art on-site crematory offers direct cremation services with memorial options. We provide various urn selections and the Charter Memorial Scatter Garden for final placement. Our team ensures respectful handling while offering flexible memorialization choices for families.
Veterans Services
Specialized services for veterans include military honors, flag presentation, and assistance with VA benefits. We coordinate with local veteran organizations to provide appropriate tributes and documentation support for eligible service members.
Pre-Planning Services
We help individuals plan their funeral arrangements in advance through the Charter Cremation Society. This service includes documentation of preferences and financial planning options to relieve family members of decision-making during difficult times.
Grief Support
Our team provides ongoing support throughout the grieving process. We offer guidance on coping strategies, memorialization options, and community resources to help families navigate their loss with compassionate assistance.
Questions
What types of funeral services do you offer?
We provide traditional burial services, cremation options, and veterans' memorials tailored to family preferences and religious traditions.
Do you have an on-site crematory?
Yes, we operate Alabama's first cremation society with a state-of-the-art on-site crematory for convenient and respectful handling.
Can I pre-plan my funeral arrangements?
Yes, through our Charter Cremation Society, we offer advance planning services to document preferences and financial arrangements.
What areas do you serve?
We serve families in Calera, Alabaster, Birmingham Metropolitan Area, Shelby County, and surrounding regions of Alabama.
Are obituary services included?
Yes, we assist with obituary preparation and publication as part of our comprehensive funeral arrangement services.
Do you offer 24/7 support?
Yes, our team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assist with immediate needs and emergency arrangements.
