Community Heroes
Honoring Those Who Serve Our Community
At Southern Cremations & Funerals, we believe that those who dedicate their lives to serving others deserve to be honored with gratitude, dignity, and meaningful recognition.
Our Commitment to Service and Gratitude
Every day, members of our community devote their lives to protecting, serving, and caring for others. Veterans, First Responders, and Caregivers represent the strength and compassion that hold our communities together.
Our Community Appreciation Program is our way of expressing lasting gratitude to those who serve — not just in words, but also through meaningful recognition and thoughtful support for their families.
We honor those who makes a difference
Veterans
We are deeply honored to serve those who have served our country. We proudly support Veterans and their families with recognition that reflects their courage, sacrifice, and commitment to our nation.
First Responders
Firefighters, law enforcement officers, and emergency responders dedicate their lives to protecting others. We recognize their bravery and commitment with respectful and personalized tributes.
Caregivers
Nurses, hospice professionals, and caregivers provide comfort and compassion during life’s most difficult moments. We are honored to support those who dedicate their lives to caring for others.
Personalized Tribute Elements
In addition to providing dedicated support, we offer personalized tribute elements designed to honor the life and service of each individual in a meaningful and lasting way.
Included Recognition Elements May Include:
Personalized Tribute Display
A dedicated recognition display featuring the individual’s name, role or branch of service, and years of dedication — thoughtfully presented during the service.
Service Recognition Certificate
A personalized certificate honoring the individual’s life of service, presented to the family as a lasting keepsake.
Branch or Service Recognition Emblem
For Veterans and First Responders, we offer respectful recognition of their service branch or professional role through custom tribute elements.
Tribute Slide in Livestream or Memorial Service
A personalized tribute slide highlighting the individual’s service and dedication, included as part of the memorial experience.
Recognition in Printed Materials
Special acknowledgment of service included within memorial programs or tribute materials.
Additional Support and Considerations
Support Designed With Gratitude in Mind
As a gesture of appreciation, eligible families may receive preferred considerations on selected funeral services, cemetery property, and advance planning options.
Our team will be honored to explain available considerations and recognition options based on eligibility.
FAIRBURN:
431 SW Broad Street, Fairburn, GA 30213
(770) 964-7833
MARIETTA:
1861 Dallas Hwy, Marietta, GA 30064
(770) 637-1486
MCDONOUGH:
640 McGarity Road, McDonough, GA 30252
(770) 629-0026
Why Families Value This Program
Families consistently tell us how meaningful it is to see their loved one’s service recognized in personal and respectful ways.
Our goal is to ensure that every life of service is remembered with dignity, gratitude, and care.
About Southern Cremations & Funerals
Families consistently tell us how meaningful it is to see their loved one’s service recognized in personal and respectful ways.
Our goal is to ensure that every life of service is remembered with dignity, gratitude, and care.
A Trusted Place for Families — All in One Location
Southern Cremations & Funerals offers families the convenience and peace of mind of having the funeral home, cemetery, and crematory together in one location.
This integrated approach allows us to provide seamless care, thoughtful planning, and meaningful tribute experiences for every family we serve.
We Are Honored to Serve Those Who Serve
If you or a loved one has served as a Veteran, First Responder, or Caregiver, our team would be honored to guide you through available recognition and planning options.
Program Details
As part of our commitment to honoring those who serve our communities, eligible participants may receive the following appreciation benefits.
Funeral Home & Cremation Services
| Service | At-Need | Pre-Need |
|---|---|---|
| Funeral Home & Cremation Packages (*) | 10% | 15% |
| Direct Cremation (*) | 5% | 10% |
| Complimentary Livestreaming | Included | Included |
(*) Direct Cremation refers to our Eco-Friendly Cremation Package.
Complimentary livestreaming allows family and friends to participate from anywhere in the world, helping loved ones remain connected during meaningful moments.
Cemetery Property, Merchandise & Services
| Service | At-Need | Pre-Need |
|---|---|---|
| Graves and Wall Niches | 15% | 20% |
| Niches (other than wall niches) | 10% | 15% |
| Marker + Vault | 10% | 15% |
| Opening/Closing (O/C), Installation, Inspection, and Administrative Fees (when providing marker + vault) | 10% | 15% |