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A Legacy of Service Since 1980.
At Miller & Daughter Mortuary, we understand that honoring a life is one of the most important responsibilities entrusted to a family.
Our Commitment
As a family-owned and operated funeral home, we believe every family deserves thoughtful guidance, clear communication, and services that reflect the unique life and legacy of your loved one.
Generational Care
For generations, we have served our community with dignity, compassion, and personalized care during life’s most difficult moments.
Planning Support
Whether you are planning a traditional funeral, memorial service, cremation, or celebration of life, our experienced staff is committed to helping you navigate each step with care and professionalism.
Personalization
To us, families are never just a number or an appointment on a calendar. We take the time to listen, support, and help create meaningful services that honor both tradition and individuality.
IN LOVING MEMORY
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For over four decades, families have trusted Miller and Daughter Mortuary because of our generational experience, professional and knowledgeable staff, and our deep roots within the community we proudly serve.
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Years of Service
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TESTIMONIALS
The Kindest Words Mean So Much
Rev. Dr. Derrick T. Williams
I have Pastored in the City of Zachary for the last 7 years and it has afforded me the opportunity to work with Miller and Daughter Mortuary. This has been in both professionally and a personal basis. The staff’s professionalism and respect always make these occasions pleasant. Thank you, Mr. & Mrs. Miller, Cynthia, Myra and staff!
LaGuardia Collins
To Myra, Cynthia, and Kirk — I absolutely LOVE you guys. God has truly gifted each of you in your craft, and it shows in every detail. Brother Miller has taught you well, and your service reflects that legacy with grace, excellence, and genuine love.
Cassandra G. Bilberry
Miller and Daughter are the best. Not only are they professional, they take care of the people they serve. They are a class act!
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the funeral director or embalmer do?
At Miller & Daughter, we wear several hats when providing funeral services to our families; in a nutshell, we compassionately manage all logistical aspects of end-of-life arrangements. Some of these roles include but are not limited to:
- Providing grief assistance to the bereaved
- Planning the funeral service
- Coordinating with clergy or celebrants
- Preparing and submitting an obituary
- Filing the proper paperwork for the death certificate
- Assisting with providing certified copies death certificates
- Transporting the deceased body to the funeral home
- Embalming the deceased body (if necessary)
- Preparing the body for viewing
- Working with insurance or government agents to file for benefits
- Arranging the purchase of a casket or a burial plot
- Arranging the transportation to and from the funeral/cemetery
What should I bring with me to my appointment to help me in preparing for my loved one's funeral?
Bring vital statistics documentation, including the deceased's social security number, their date and place of birth; parents' names including the mother's maiden and where both were born; if a veteran, have a copy of their DD214(discharge papers); clothing including undergarments unless you perfer to color coordinate after casket is chosen; makeup and jewelry; uncontestable insurance policy; credit card; check or cash.
How many death certificates should we order, and why?
A Certified Death Certificate—which you can obtain through a funeral
director – is necessary before anything can be done with a deceased loved
one's assets. Families are encouraged to obtain multiple certificates because
most agencies require a certified copy, not a photocopy. To remove a name from a joint bank account, banks require a certified certificate. The contents of a safety deposit box in a bank can be sealed after death and a certified death certificate will be required to gain access to the contents. Any financial instrument in the deceased’s name – a car, house, insurance policy, retirement account – will require a certified death certificate. The death certificates are not expensive, so it’s easier to just order as many as you estimate you’ll need. This is one of the many services Miller & Daughter provides for our families.
Is embalming required?
Embalming is not strictly required by Louisiana law in most circumstances, as long as the body is buried, cremated or continuously refrigerated below 45*F within 30 hours of death. After 30 hours without refrigeration, Louisiana law requires the body to be embalmed. Embalming is required if the body is transported outside of Louisiana. Also if you plan on having a public, open casket visitation or viewing, although not mandated, we require embalming.
Can a POA (Power of Attorney) be used to withdraw money from a bank after the account holder passes away?
No, a POA cannot legally withdraw money from a bank account after the account holder dies. A POA gives you legal authority to manage someone's finances, but that authority expires the exact moment that person passes away. At that point, access to the account is typically locked or severely restricted until the estate goes through the proper channels. It is actually illegal to use a POA for any purpose following the death of the principal.
Should I leave a minor child (under 18 years old) as a sole beneficiary of my insurance policy and can they legally assign benefits to pay for a funeral?
No, a minor child(under 18 years old) cannot legally sign an insurance assignment or any binding financial contract to pay for a funeral. Because minors lack the legal capacity to enter into agreements, insurance companies will not accept their signatures, and neither will we. There are alternatives and solutions, but those are usually time-consuming. At Miller & Daughter, we suggest policy holders use the percentage method and assign a portion of the benefits to a trustworthy individual who will use that percentage for all expenses related to their death.
When do we pay? What payment methods do you accept?
At Miller & Daughter, we want to help reduce stress at every step of the process. Prepaying for your own funeral is a popular option that reduces anxiety and the financial burden on loved ones after your passing. We can coordinate a payment plan that suits your needs, from a single payment to monthly bank account withdrawals. If you decide to pay at the time a death has occurred, we accept local checks; insurance policies that have been in force for two years(and can be verified before the service); and credit card payments. All payments are due in full at least two days before the service.
Join Attorney and Licensed Funeral Director Shelley Moore-White for funeral education, practical guidance, and honest conversation about death and grief.