The reasons people prefer cremation over traditional burial are varied. For some, it seems more environmentally sound. For others, it is a more spiritual decision. Still others are not sure why they prefer cremation but know that they would like to have that option available to them.
Families choosing cremation may still have a visitation, a funeral service, a memorial service and a permanent place for loved ones to visit for years to come.* Our funeral directors will work with you and your family to make sure the service has as many or as few of the elements of a traditional service as you desire. For disposition, families may choose permanent possession, scattering or burial.
In September of 2007, Airsman-Hires Funeral Homes opened Jacksonville's first crematory, located at Williamson Funeral Home. This addition provides the directors of Airsman-Hires Funeral Homes the ability to provide cremation service to you without involving contracted services of another firm. More importantly, it means to you, the families we serve, that "your loved ones never leave our care."
