For four generations Hanner Funeral Service has been serving families in our community in the same manner that we would want to be served. Since 1931 we continue to practice the highest ethical standards and unquestioned integrity in the relationships we build with families, communities, and each other. If you are not completely satisfied with our service, we will not charge you for that portion of the service.
We can finalize funeral services in a few short days when the event is unexpected. Or, we can coordinate plans for the future if you would like to reduce the burden on your family.
For quality funeral and cremation services, call Hanner Funeral Service today: (903) 796-2835.
Full-Service Funeral and Cremation Support in Atlanta, TX
When you are starting the funeral planning process, working with the right funeral planning team is one of the most important decisions. Not only does your family deserve quality results for this event, but you need to lean on the support of a funeral director who honors your preferences. Whether you need immediate help, or you are evaluating your options for the future, we offer everything you require for a quality funeral and cremation plan in Atlanta, TX.
At Hanner Funeral Service, our caring staff offers the time and respect you need to ensure the outcome of your event. We support families with everything from small memorial ceremonies to traditional funeral services – and everything in between. We know that every family brings unique traditions and preferences, so always dedicate the time required to learn about your preferences.
One challenge often faced in the funeral planning process is that you can’t cover every detail that needs to happen behind the scenes. Event planning requires a lot of coordination and preparation, making it too difficult for a family to handle in their time of grief. As you learn more about our team at Hanner Funeral Service, you’ll see that we provide everything required to reduce your stress. Our full-service approach ensures that you have complete support through all stages of the funeral planning process.
Important Steps for Funeral and Cremation Planning in Atlanta, TX
Where should you start if you need to finalize a funeral plan? If you try to face all of the decisions at the same time, then it can be a complicated experience. Instead, take things one step at a time, while working with an experienced funeral planning team for support.
If you want to avoid overwhelm and stress, then your first decision is to choose a funeral home. Once you finalize this decision, then everything else will fall into place. At Hanner Funeral Service, we have a proven system to walk you through the best solutions based on the type of event that you desire. You are welcome to contact us at any time to book a consultation with an experienced funeral director.
Sometimes, these funeral planning steps happen quickly because you only have a few short days to finalize the details of the event. Other times, the planning process starts in advance, giving you plenty of time to evaluate your options. Our team can adapt to your timeline, giving you the optimal experience as you are preparing for a unique event.
Whenever possible, we encourage families to consider preplanning. This process reduces the stress that often comes with last-minute funeral planning. You can take the time you desire to learn about different funeral packages. Then, finalize the details of the event so we can honor your preferences when you are gone.
Services Available for Your Family
When you talk to our team about funeral planning, you will see that we offer everything you need for a personalized event. Common services include:
- Funerals
- Cremations
- Graveside Services
- Veteran Services
- Livestream Services
- Caskets
- Urns
- Keepsake Jewelry
- Grave Markers
- Ash Scattering
These services can be included in a funeral or cremation package in Atlanta, TX. For example, we offer pre-designed packages that offer the most common services families desire. Or, you are welcome to handpick the specific services that support your goals and family traditions.
Locations: Where Should You Hold the Event?
While it’s important to choose a place for your loved one to be laid to rest, the actual funeral or memorial is another necessary feature that needs to be evaluated. What is the best way for your friends and family to gather in memory of the deceased? Our team at Hanner Funeral Service offers the support you need in designing funeral services, as well as life celebrations or small memorials.
Regardless of the size of this gathering, you are welcome to use our funeral home if desired. We have a beautiful location and comfortable facilities to accommodate your needs. Or, we can host the event at another location if you desire – just let us know so we can coordinate the services with the location of your choice.
For example, some families choose an outdoor event for the ash scattering. Or, if you have family far away, then you might hold a simple ceremony and offer Livestream services for those who can’t participate in person. A local chapel or church is another common request, especially when families have religious ceremonies they would like to include in the services.
Schedule a Funeral Consultation
Getting started with funeral and cremation planning in Atlanta, TX is as simple as picking up the phone. All you need to do is call our team to talk about your timeline and your needs. We take it from there to walk you through the most important details of the funeral planning process.
Hanner Funeral Service is located nearby at 103 W Main St, Atlanta, TX 75551. Call us for information: (903) 796-2835.
Funeral & Cremation
- What is a funeral?
- A funeral is a ceremony for celebrating, honoring, and remembering the life of a person who has died. While specific customs, traditions, and practices differ across different cultures and religions, all funerals serve the key purpose of giving the bereaved a special time and place to say goodbye and find comfort and healing in one another. Learn More.
- A funeral is a ceremony for celebrating, honoring, and remembering the life of a person who has died. While specific customs, traditions, and practices differ across different cultures and religions, all funerals serve the key purpose of giving the bereaved a special time and place to say goodbye and find comfort and healing in one another. Learn More.
- What is the purpose of embalming?
- Embalming is a process used to sanitize and temporarily preserve the body of a person who has died. It can also enhance the appearance of a person that has suffered damage from an accident or illness. By preserving the body through embalming, we can give you and your family time to make personalized and meaningful arrangements, including a viewing if desired. Learn More.
- What is Columbarium?
- A columbarium is a place for the interment of urns containing cremated remains. They are often located in mausoleums, chapels, or memorial gardens, and contain numerous small compartments, or niches, designed to hold urns. Learn More About Cremation.
About Atlanta, Texas
Atlanta was established in 1871 with the building of the Texas and Pacific Railway and was named for Atlanta, Georgia, former home of many early settlers. This area of Texas had been settled by planters who brought enslaved African Americans with them to work the land. A post office was opened in 1871.
By 1885 the community had 1,500 residents, who had founded three white and two black churches, two schools, a bank, several sawmills, a number of general stores, and a weekly newspaper, the Citizens' Journal. Lumbering was the chief industry. The lumber boom reached its peak around 1890, when the population was 1,764. When the community was incorporated in 1929, it had 1,900 residents and 105 businesses.
The onset of the Great Depression in the 1930s forced many businesses to close, and in 1936 Atlanta had 85 rated businesses. The opening of the Rodessa oilfield in 1935, however, helped mitigate the worst effects of the Depression. By 1940 the town had modern canneries, lumber mills, wholesale houses, a brick plant, a hospital, and a population of 2,453. Subsequently, Atlanta grew steadily, topping the 4,000 mark for the first time in the early 1960s. In 1990 the population was 6,118. By 2000 the population had dropped to 5,745. Principal industries include farming, forestry, oil, and tourism.