What Makes Us Different
There are many factors that go into why a family chooses a funeral home. We have listed a few of the things that make us different from the others in Central Virginia.
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Our Pursuit of Excellence
Morrissett Funeral & Cremation Service pursues national recognition to continuously improve. They’re proud to be the only Virginia funeral home to earn the “Pursuit of Excellence” award for 10 straight years and were named “Best of the Best” in 2015 and 2020. Their greatest honor remains serving families with care and trust.
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Staff
We’re a locally owned funeral home, with staff who live and raise families in the community. Unlike corporate-owned homes, we answer only to the families we serve. As first-generation funeral directors, we're not bound by outdated traditions—we embrace innovation and lead change in Central Virginia funeral services.
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Service
Service sets Morrissett apart—we dedicate more staff and time to each service than typical funeral homes. From 3–7 team members at events to 20–40 hours of behind-the-scenes prep, we go above and beyond to ensure every detail honors your loved one. We believe in doing it right the first time and providing exceptional value for the cost.
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Video Services
Morrissett was the first in Central Virginia to offer video tributes and continues to lead with state-of-the-art A/V systems. We're the only funeral home in the area to provide video tributes, service recordings, and live webcasts at no cost. We also pioneered adding these features to online obituaries for families and friends who can't attend in person.
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Certified Funeral Celebrants
Morrissett is the first funeral home in Virginia with a fully trained team of Certified Funeral Celebrants. Most of our directors are trained to lead services, often acting as Master of Ceremony and providing personalized introductions and tributes.
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Certified Crematory Operators
The directors at Morrissett are trained as Certified Crematory Operators, ensuring they can confidently explain the cremation process to families, so they are better prepared to answer any questions.
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Certified Pre-Planning Consultants
Our directors have been trained, and many are Certified Pre-Planning Consultants. This designation is not required in the Commonwealth of Virginia; however, we want our staff to be the best qualified in all aspects of every service that we provide.
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Fallen Heroes Program
Through our “Fallen Heroes Program,” Morrissett provides free services and merchandise at-cost for military and public safety workers died in the line of duty, honoring their sacrifice and service.
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Stationary
Since the 1990s, Morrissett has led in offering custom remembrance stationary, expanding from limited themes to a wide array of personalized options that reflect each individual’s life and personality.
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Therapy Dogs
Morrissett is the first funeral home in Central Virginia to have trained therapy dogs available on staff. Our chocolate labs, Hope and Peace, along with our standard Poodle, Grace, provide unconditional love and support, especially during the stress of making funeral arrangements and, if desired, during visitation. We are a pet friendly facility, allowing families to have their beloved animals present if requested.
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Anatomical Donation Policy
At Morrissett we applaud individuals that selflessly consider donating their bodies to better the practice of medicine for all mankind. We have a policy of transferring and holding of decedents until the paperwork can be completed. We are more than happy to assist the family in planning a meaningful remembrance service.
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Hospice Policy
Morrissett is the first funeral home to implement a written hospice policy, which includes a limited-time preplanning guarantee—ensuring that the services and prices selected at the time of arrangement remain protected for a defined period.
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Community Outreach
We are deeply committed to giving back to the community we proudly serve. Our outreach efforts include regular contributions to the Annual Blood Drive, as well as ongoing support for local schools and non-profit organizations that make a meaningful impact. We are honored to stand behind the local Fraternal Order of Police and actively participate in programs like Stockings for Soldiers, bringing comfort and care to those who serve our country.
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Reception Room & Catering
Morrissett now offers a dedicated Reception Room for gatherings, complete with a staff attendant to handle setup. Families are welcome to bring their own food or choose a caterer of their choice, and we’re happy to provide local recommendations if needed. All catering includes a dedicated staff member as well as all necessary eating and drinking utensils, including cups, plates, napkins, and cutlery. We also assist in arranging personalized touches—such as dove or butterfly releases—to help create a truly meaningful and memorable service.