Upton-Hay Funeral Home is one of the oldest continuously operating businesses in Clay County. The historic house has been completely renovated with central heat and air, new window treatments, lighting, decor and antique furniture to add a "yesteryear" charm to match the era the building originates from.
Rich with history and a lasting landmark within the community. Many things have changed over the years. But one thing that has not changed is our continuing commitment of service to the families in Clay and surrounding counties. As death-care professionals, every day that we come to work we have the opportunity to make important differences in people's lives.
Rich with history and a lasting landmark within the community. Many things have changed over the years. But one thing that has not changed is our continuing commitment of service to the families in Clay and surrounding counties. As death-care professionals, every day that we come to work we have the opportunity to make important differences in people's lives.
Services
When it comes to your final arrangements, shouldn't you make the decisions? The arrangements you make will reflect your exact wishes and desires. Pre-arranging your own service will help to ease the burden of your loved ones. It will also alleviate any questions, problems or differences, which can occur among family members.
The basic Military Funeral Honors (MFH) ceremony consists of the folding and presentation of the United States flag to the veterans' family and the playing of Taps. The ceremony is performed by a funeral honors detail consisting of at least two members of the Armed Forces. The Funeral Honors rendered to you or your veteran will be determined by the status of the veteran.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) furnishes upon request, at no charge to the applicant, a Government headstone or marker for the unmarked grave of any deceased eligible veteran in any cemetery around the world, regardless of their date of death. When the grave is already marked, applicants will have the option to apply for either a traditional headstone or marker, or a new device (available spring 2009).
A United States flag is provided, at no cost, to drape the casket or accompany the urn of a deceased veteran who served honorably in the U. S. Armed Forces. It is furnished to honor the memory of a veteran's military service to his or her country. Generally, the flag is given to the next-of-kin, as a keepsake, after its use during the funeral service.
Funerals fill an important role for those mourning the loss of a loved one. By providing surviving family and friends with an atmosphere of care and support in which to share thoughts and feelings about death, funerals are the first step in the healing process. It is the traditional way to recognize the finality of death.
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Kenna Roska
Sep 26, 2020
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Christie Keen went above and beyond for my family in our time of need. We had 2 deaths during the Covid-19 pandemic. Christie did everything she possibly could to accommodate my family during this difficult time Christie is a true blessing to work with and makes you feel like family. Thank you Christie for all you did for my family er greatly appreciate you and your kindness.
David Culbertson
Dec 28, 2018
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