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Miller Bean Funeral Home, Inc. offers a wide range of funeral merchandise to meet the needs of each family we serve. The cost of all merchandise is determined by materials, workmanship and durability. Our experienced professionals are here to answer questions and help determine which merchandise may best suit your individual needs. Each family's individual preferences are the main focus of our staff.

Hardwood caskets, along with caskets of bronze, copper, steel and gauged metals, offer a wide selection and price range from which to select. Caskets are made of basically two materials. They are either metal or wood. The finest metals are made of bronze. Following bronze in quality is copper followed by stainless steel. Then you have the basic steels of 16 gauge, 18 gauge, and 20 gauge. 16 gauge is the heaviest regular steel and 20 gauge is the lightest metal caskets are made from. Bronze and Copper caskets are resistant to rust and corrosion. Copper roofing material and Bronze statues have been exposed to the elements for years and have never been affected. Certain types of stainless steel are also resistant to rust and corrosion. If you select a premium grade of stainless steel it will resist corrosion. However there is a less expensive grade of stainless steel that is not impervious to corrosion. There are also caskets made of Mahogany, Walnut, Oak, Cherry, Hickory, Ash, Pine, Poplar and other types of woods. All of the metal caskets we display are protective caskets (they will seal), while the hardwood caskets are non-protective. Most families choose to place the casket in a sealed burial vault, however this is not required by law. It is strictly a family's preference.

Container options for Cremation include: Hardwood Caskets for those desiring the very best or Cremation Containers for those wanting a simple yet dignified container to protect their loved one.

Memorial Urns are permanent containers for the cremated remains. We have a wide range of styles and prices available; which are appropriate for burial, niches, scattering, keepsakes or discreet placement in a home.

We offer a wide variety of outer burial containers. Some people refer to them as vaults, however, a vault is a sealed container that is water tight and air tight. This is not required by law, although most cemeteries have a requirement of at least a concrete box or grave liner which is not air or water tight. Our Selection Room provides samples of vaults and other outer burial containers for each family to preview and make their selection. A complete line of Wilbert and Eagle burial vaults are available. Memorial Registry Books, Service Folders and Acknowledgement Cards can be chosen to reflect the life and interests of you or your loved ones.

Our Staff will assist with floral tributes from family and friends. A wide variety of selections are available that can be displayed at the service, ceremony or visitation. With a number of florists in the area, a complete list is available at the funeral home.

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