Batesville Empowers Deathcare Professionals with Industry-Leading Burial, Cremation and Technology Solutions at 2025 ICCFA Exhibition

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Batesville Empowers Deathcare Professionals with Industry-Leading Burial, Cremation and Technology Solutions at 2025 ICCFA Exhibition

BATESVILLE, Ind., April 23, 2025 – Batesville, a leading North American provider of high-quality burial and cremation products, innovative technology solutions and a trusted partner to funeral directors, cemeterians and crematory professionals, will showcase a variety of breakthrough products, high-performance digital solutions and merchandising systems designed to help customers drive efficiency and growth at the 2025 International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association (ICCFA) Convention and Exposition, May 1 – 2, in Las Vegas, NV. Experts will demonstrate the transformational power of the new Family Choices® digital and physical showrooms and the advanced capabilities of its MIS and Halcyon management software, web and e-commerce solutions.

“Over the last two years, Batesville has accelerated the level of investments across our business, blending tradition with innovation to provide compelling burial, cremation and technology solutions that deliver value to our customers and help families navigate the end-of-life journey,” said Jenn Parvin, SVP and Chief Marketing Officer for Batesville.

The company has deep customer relationships and a diverse portfolio of solutions to meet the evolving needs of deathcare professionals and the families they serve. Batesville was recently named one of Newsweek’s Most Trustworthy Companies in America for the second consecutive year, an honor that reflects the dedication of 3,000 associates who share a common mission of helping families honor the lives of those they love.®

Here are some of the Batesville solutions ICCFA attendees can explore:

Family Choices® Physical and Digital Showrooms

Batesville’s new Family Choices digital and physical showrooms transform the selection process, using modern technologies and contemporary tools to make choosing the right product for a loved one as simple and comfortable as possible. Developed in collaboration with funeral directors and leading digital and retail experts, Family Choices respects the traditions families value, while embracing new approaches to help establish trust as they go through the funeral planning process.

  • Family Choices Digital Showroom: This next-generation digital solution offers a guided, interactive tour to walk families through their burial, cremation and personalization choices, ensuring that every family has a consistent experience. The system offers families a curated selection of products and personalization options that would be most meaningful for their loved one to simplify the process and build trust during a time of uncertainty. Advanced 360-degree images and real-time renderings of products with personalization features facilitate more confident decisions. The digital showroom can be used alone or as the centerpiece of a physical showroom.
  • Family Choices Physical Showroom: A completely reimagined showroom concept, this modern, sophisticated retail system combines modular components, striking product displays, lighted shelving, and tactile elements to create an elegant, calm and respectful atmosphere. Open and inviting room layouts with high-impact visual displays encourage families to explore their options and make more informed and personalized purchase decisions. The modular components can be customized for any sized room to accommodate as few or as many products as desired.

Innovative Burial and Cremation Products

  • Marsellus® 410 Forever HonoredBlue Accent: Sophisticated Marsellus design with a satin cherry finish, distinguished velvet interior and military personalization is the ideal casket to honor a life of service. Dual disposition design is suitable for burial or cremation.
  • Bailey 28: This industry-first addition to our Dimensions® oversize line offers a full 28” of interior width while still fitting into a standard vault. One of our top five wood designs, the Bailey is available in full and half-couch models with Family Choices personalization. Suitable for burial or cremation. The standard-size Bailey will also be on display.
  • Rookwood Ceramic Urns: Check out our exclusive collection of artisan-crafted, glazed ceramic urns made in America by the iconic Rookwood Pottery. Available in full and keepsake sizes.
  • 18k Gold Vermeil Jewelry: More than 30 contemporary designs, including pendants, chains and birthstone gems, complement our sterling silver line, providing a touch of luxury at an affordable price.

Leveraging Technology to Drive Revenue and Performance

Technology is a powerful enabler in all areas of deathcare. At Batesville, we are proud to offer a comprehensive portfolio of high-performance technology solutions designed by deathcare professionals who understand your unique challenges. Stop by for a demo of these industry-leading solutions and learn how we can help you propel your business forward.

  • Funeral home websites – Flexible content management with complete design customization, profit-enhancing e-commerce offerings, dedicated in-house support (US-based), and a wide range of features, including live streaming, video tributes, interactive obituaries, and our AI Assistant, which seamlessly integrates into your workflow to enhance efficiency and create more personalized obituaries.
  • Halcyon by Batesville – A proven suite of cloud-based management solutions with a comprehensive feature set for funeral homes, crematories, trade professionals, and pet cremation, including family-facing arrangement tools and QR code-enabled body tracking.

MIS Management software –The industry’s most advanced management software, MIS is designed to help large funeral home/cemetery combination operations and standalone cemeteries maximize efficiency and minimize risks. Robust features include contract management, advanced business analytics, trust management, and 2D and 3D mapping.

Exhibit hours are Thursday, May 1, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and May 2, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information on Batesville solutions, contact your Batesville sales representative or visit www.batesville.com.

ABOUT BATESVILLE SERVICES, LLC

Batesville (www.Batesville.com) is a recognized leader in the deathcare industry in North America, offering a comprehensive portfolio of burial and cremation products, innovative technology solutions and an unparalleled array of personalization and memorialization offerings. For more than a century, Batesville has supported deathcare professionals in helping families honor the lives of those they love.® A history of manufacturing excellence, product innovation, superior customer service, and reliable delivery helped Batesville become – and remain – a market leader.