New products and digital tools give funeral professionals more options to create personal experiences and better serve every family
Batesville, Ind. - October 20, 2026 – Batesville will showcase a broad range of product and technology solutions at the 2026 National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) International Convention & Expo, October 25-28 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Attendees can explore Batesville's exhibit at two locations: Booth #1631, featuring burial, cremation, technology, and personalization solutions, and Booth #1441, dedicated to military memorialization.
“At the heart of everything we do is the understanding that the funeral experience is, and always will be, about human connection,” said Jenn Parvin, SVP Chief Customer Officer at Batesville. “That’s why we continue to look for ways to give funeral professionals the resources they need to create tributes that feel personal to each family. At the same time, our digital tools simplify the work behind the scenes, giving them more time to focus on the families in front of them.”
Explore Burial Products & Personalization
Batesville is expanding its burial personalization portfolio with new designs and features that give families more opportunities to reflect a loved one’s life and personality:
- LifeStories® MemoryFrame™ and Interiors: Now available on over 70 casket models, making it easy to incorporate personal photos and custom interiors.
- Classic Pecan: A wood casket featuring contemporary pecan styling and Family Choices® personalization options, providing an affordable option for families.
- The T60 Ivory Pearl: Features a distinctive pearl finish and LifeStories® personalization options on a 20-gauge steel casket.
More Choices for Cremation Families
Explore 60 new urns and keepsakes, with expanded options designed to offer families more variety, personalization, and choice. New additions include:
- Kinsley and Edgewater: Décor-inspired urns in the Gallery Series that blend artistry, craftsmanship, and personal expression.
- Batesville Alcove Wood: Maple, Walnut, and Cherry available in full-size and keepsake options, expanding Family Choices® personalization.
- Columbia Pink and Blue: New additions to the NewPointe® line, offering affordable options in a variety of finishes, styles, and sizes.
Technology That Simplifies the Experience
Batesville will also showcase digital tools designed to simplify the arrangement experience and support funeral professionals and families alike:
- Family Choices® Digital Showroom: Helps funeral professionals guide families through the product selection experience. New updates make it easier to compare products, save family selections, and present keepsake and jewelry options.
- Batesville Connect®: An online platform that allows funeral homes to place orders, track delivery, pay bills, and more.
- Halcyon® by Batesville: Offers cloud-based management software to simplify operations, connect workflows, and support teams.
- The Remembrance Store™: Allows families to purchase and personalize urns, keepsakes and memorial jewelry online before or after the service.
Military Memorialization
At Booth #1441, Batesville will showcase products designed to honor military service, including the N01 Midnight with gold trim and the 410 Forever Honored™ in blue. The booth will also feature coordinating urns, officially licensed military medallions, and remembrance jewelry, giving funeral professionals a range of options to honor Veterans and their service.
Visit Batesville at NFDA
Batesville will co-sponsor the NFDA Welcome Party on Sunday, October 25, from 6-8 p.m. at the NASCAR Hall of Fame, bringing professionals together for an evening of networking to kick off the convention.
Visit Booth #1631 for burial, cremation, technology, and personalization solutions and Booth #1441 for military memorialization.
Learn more on Batesville.com: https://www.batesville.com/resources/in-the-news/nfda-2026/
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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®.
To learn more, contact: Greg Jaeger, Director, Brand & Communications 812.931.5084 [email protected] ©2026 Batesville Services, LLC
