Personalization Takes Center Stage in Batesville’s 2026 Product Launch
Batesville, IN – January 20, 2026 – Batesville, a leading provider of burial, cremation, and technology solutions in North America, unveiled the first wave of its 2026 product portfolio this week. These innovative solutions empower funeral professionals to create meaningful experiences that are as unique as the lives they honor.
From photo keepsakes to custom interiors, the ability to add personal touches to every service is increasingly important. Research shows 75% of families say personalization is essential to how they remember and honor their loved ones, according to the Batesville Consumer Journey Market Research conducted by Burke, Inc. (October 2024).
“Every family wants a service that truly captures the life being celebrated,” said Jenn Parvin, SVP and Chief Customer Officer. “Our new personalization features reflect what families are asking for today, giving funeral professionals new tools to turn memories into lasting tributes – and something families can cherish long after the service.”
2026 Personalization and Product Highlights
Anchoring the 2026 portfolio is LifeStories®, Batesville’s suite of personalization solutions designed to help families share memories and celebrate what mattered most through coordinated details. The lineup also includes new casket designs, offering personalization across a broad range of price points.
• LifeStories® MemoryFrames: These physical photo frames can be displayed during the service and kept afterward. They give families a tangible way to share personal photos and preserve memories for years to come.
• LifeStories® Interiors: New customizable casket interiors – including the overthrow, pillow sham, and cap panel frame – feature themed designs, colors, or elements that can be easily installed on-site by the funeral home. The interior components arrive with the casket on the next scheduled delivery, significantly reducing the time needed to accommodate personalization before the service.
• Licensed Military Medallions: Officially licensed in partnership with the U.S. military, these emblems represent each branch of service and can be added to both standard caskets and rental caskets. They provide a dignified way for families to recognize and honor a veteran’s service.
• LifeStories® Rental Casket Personalization: Five new rental casket models now offer full personalization – an industry first for rental units – including LifeStories® features and licensed military medallions. These options give cremation families the same opportunity for personalization, with keepsake elements that can be transferred to an urn.
New Casket Designs. Expanded Personalization.
Batesville is introducing four new casket designs that combine the company’s signature quality and craftsmanship with expanded customization options. Each model is designed to integrate seamlessly with LifeStories® features, giving families greater flexibility and choice.
• T60 20-Gauge Steel Casket: Available in Platinum Pearl, Midnight Pearl, and Ivory Pearl, this model features the Charpente® Interior System, MemorySafe® drawer, rust and corrosion-resistant interior and exterior construction, and a secure locking mechanism
• Classic Pecan Wood Casket, crafted with pecan veneers and solids, this casket delivers a warm, natural wood appearance enhanced by a crystal stain and satin finish
Guided by Family-Centered Innovation
Families are at the heart of Batesville’s product innovation. Solutions like the Family Choices® Digital Showroom bring clarity to the arrangement experience with real-time 3D visualization and rendering, helping families understand their options and make confident, informed decisions. The newly introduced Remembrance Store, a co-branded, ready-to-use online storefront, offers an easy, on-demand way for families to explore and purchase urns, keepsakes, and other memorial items, while creating new revenue streams for funeral homes.
Together, these products and services reflect Batesville’s continued commitment to helping funeral professionals support families through times of loss. By combining transformative next-generation personalization, thoughtful design, and expanded access through digital platforms, Batesville is creating new ways for families to remember, reflect, and celebrate a life well lived.
Learn more about these products on Batesville.com.
About Batesville Services, LLC
Batesville is a recognized leader in the deathcare industry in North America, offering a comprehensive portfolio of burial and cremation products, memorialization options and innovative technology solutions. For more than 140 years, Batesville has supported licensed funeral 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 trusted leader in the deathcare industry.
