Traditional Burial and Funeral Services
Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home & Crematory provides traditional burial and funeral services across Northeast Iowa, helping families create a meaningful tribute through visitation, a funeral service, and burial. Services can be held at our chapels, your church or place of worship, or at the graveside, and can be traditional or personalized to your family. We have been family-owned for 100 years and serve New Hampton, Nashua, Waucoma, Fredericksburg, Elma, and the surrounding counties. A licensed funeral director is available 24 hours a day at (641) 394-4334.
Burial and Funeral Services Across Northeast Iowa
We provide burial and funeral services to families throughout Chickasaw, Fayette, Howard, and Floyd counties, including New Hampton, Nashua, Waucoma, Fredericksburg, Elma, Charles City, Lawler, and Cresco, from our five Northeast Iowa locations.
Gathering, Visitation and Viewing
A gathering of family and friends is often referred to as a viewing or visitation. Traditionally the casket is present, either open or closed. These gatherings can be held at the funeral home, church or place of worship, or other acceptable venues allowing friends and family to come together and pay their final respects to the person who has died. It is also a time for closure, when those left behind can say goodbye.
Service Venues
You can have funeral services at a variety of venues; most popular being at your church or place of worship, in one of our chapels or at the graveside (or mausoleum). Reception services are also becoming a popular choice for families.
Memorial Services and Life Celebrations
Many families are forgoing traditional services for more contemporary ones. A memorial service or life celebration service may be the perfect option to share memories of that special loved one. Typically, the casket is not present for these services and the service is held before or after the deceased is buried or entombed.
These services can be performed at a local restaurant, reception center, country club, hotel banquet facility, a family member’s home or even in a park. The possibilities are endless.
On and off-site reception services are becoming increasingly popular with the families we serve.
Why Families Choose Us for Burial Services
Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home & Crematory has guided Northeast Iowa families through traditional burial for 100 years. A gathering for visitation, a funeral service, and burial gives family and friends a time to pay respects, share memories, and find closure together.
We hold burial and funeral services wherever is most meaningful to your family, including our own chapels, your church or place of worship, or at the graveside or mausoleum, and we tailor each service to honor your loved one’s life.
From caskets and monuments to visitation, music tributes, and pallbearer coordination, our staff handles every detail of a traditional funeral so your family can focus on remembering the person you love.
- 100 years of family-owned experience with traditional funerals
- Services at our chapels, your church, or the graveside
- Personalized visitations, music tributes, and life celebrations
- Monuments and markers coordinated through our team
- Available 24 hours a day for immediate needs
Visitation and viewing
A visitation, sometimes called a viewing, gives friends and family time to gather and pay their respects, with the casket present, either open or closed. These gatherings can be held at the funeral home, a church, or another suitable venue.
Funeral and memorial service options
Some families choose a traditional funeral with the casket present, while others prefer a memorial or life celebration that can be held before or after burial at a reception center, a family home, a park, or another meaningful place.
Burial and Cremation at a Glance
Many families weigh traditional burial against cremation. The table below compares the two so you can see your options side by side. Our team can tailor either path to your family’s wishes.
| Consideration | Traditional Burial | Cremation |
|---|---|---|
| Final disposition | Casket is buried or entombed | Cremated remains are buried, kept, or scattered |
| Visitation or viewing | Yes, casket present, open or closed | Optional, with the body present before cremation or a memorial after |
| Service options | Funeral at church, chapel, or graveside | Funeral before cremation, or memorial or life celebration after |
| Timing flexibility | Typically within days | More flexible; a memorial can be scheduled later |
| Our crematory | Not applicable | Performed at our own on-site crematory, so your loved one stays in our care |
| Cost | Varies by selections; request an itemized price list | Often lower, but varies by services chosen; request an itemized price list |
Understanding Burial Service Costs
The cost of a burial or funeral service depends on the casket, vault, services, and merchandise you select. Under the federal FTC Funeral Rule, you have the right to an itemized price list, so you can choose only what is meaningful to your family. See our Understanding Funeral Pricing page or call (641) 394-4334 for an itemized explanation.
What is included in a traditional funeral service?
A traditional funeral with Hugeback-Johnson typically includes a visitation or viewing, a funeral service at our chapel, your church, or the graveside, and burial. Each element can be personalized. Call (641) 394-4334 to discuss the details.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in a traditional burial service?
A traditional burial usually includes a visitation or viewing, a funeral service, and burial of the casket. Each part can be personalized, and our staff coordinates every detail.
Where can a burial or funeral service be held?
Services can be held at one of our chapels, your church or place of worship, or at the graveside or mausoleum, whichever is most meaningful to your family.
What is the difference between a funeral and a memorial service?
A funeral is typically held with the casket present, while a memorial or life celebration is held without the body present and can take place before or after burial.
Do you offer burial services for veterans?
Yes. We assist veteran families with burial benefits and military honors. See our Burial for Veterans page or call (641) 394-4334 for details.
Can we personalize a traditional funeral?
Yes. We offer personalized visitations, music tributes including bagpipes, Life Tribute videos, and life celebrations so the service reflects your loved one’s life.
How much does a burial funeral cost?
The cost depends on the casket, vault, services, and merchandise you choose. Under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request an itemized price list before deciding.
Plan a Meaningful Burial Service
Our team will help you create a service that honors your loved one. Call (641) 394-4334 any time, or request an appointment online. You can also review the federal FTC Funeral Rule for your consumer rights.