Evins Funeral Home - Ceres Chapel

11/01/2025

The head panel is the part of the casket that opens above the deceased, and is commonly on display during funerals, wakes, and viewings. Some choose to personalize the panel with an emblem or even a detailed picture that represents the loved one, and these are typically embroidered on. If you want to know more about what's possible, don't hesitate to give us a call at 209-522-3846.

10/31/2025

When was the first cremation ever in the US? Colonel Henry Laurens, former president of the Continental Congress. His last will and testament ordered his son to see that his body was cremated because of his fear of being buried alive

10/28/2025

Wondering what’s all involved with preplanning a funeral? Reflect, Review, and Relax ...
* Reflect: Consider how a life should be remembered. Include special interests to help make the service even more meaningful.
* Review: Most want their life to be remembered in a unique way. We’ll explain the options available for the service and help to make sound financial decisions at this time.
* Relax: Once the arrangements are set, receive a written statement to share with loved ones. For convenience and peace of mind, a copy will also be kept at the funeral home.

10/24/2025

Share this rose garden in memory of a loved one.

10/21/2025

Is an embalming required prior to cremation? The short answer is no. Furthermore, this is reflected in the price: you're not paying for embalming in cremation, as you do in traditional burial. If you have any other questions, reach out with whatever you need to know at 209-522-3846.

10/17/2025

Depending on available resources and personnel, special elements may be added to the minimum two-person uniformed detail. These elements may include a rifle volley, color guard, pallbearers, a caisson, and a military flyover.

10/14/2025

During a military funeral, members of the Armed Forces are expected to wear their service dress uniform and be prepared to salute when: the hearse passes in front of them, anytime the flag-draped casket is moved, during the formal gun salute, during the playing of Taps and when the casket is lowered into the ground.

10/12/2025

Yes, we return all remains. You choose if you want them returned in one or multiple urns. Often times families choose to split remains and take them to their separate homes.

10/08/2025

10/05/2025

Cremation Jewelry is the smallest size of urns, and are specially designed jewelry that have an inner chamber to hold a tiny portion of cremation ashes. Ashes can also be incorporated into cremation jewelry by fusing it with class or ceramics, and if you want to know what's available give us a call or leave us a comment below.

10/03/2025

Our licensed staff can help you through each step of arranging a cremation service including the completion of necessary paperwork, handling and transporting of the deceased and grief support services afterwards. Give us a call at 209-522-3846 to learn more.

09/30/2025

The staff of Evins Funeral Home wishes to extend heartfelt condolences to the family of Joshua Emil Javius.

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