Starmark Funeral Products

08/28/2026

Alan Elder introduced us to his grandparents, Vance and Doris, the ones who kept things moving in the earliest days. Alan's older brother Jack joins him to add his own memories, and together they talk about how essential Vance and Doris were to their father Bruce's success in the various business endeavors that eventually led to Starmark.

More stories from our roots are still to come.

08/26/2026

City of Oaks Funeral & Cremations in Raleigh, North Carolina, has seen its families select the Chaise Bed Viewer over 230 times, and counting. Affordable and accessible, the Chaise Bed Viewer is proof that Basic Service done right makes a real difference for families.

08/25/2026

Presentation means everything.

The Chaise Bed Viewer roller bed system is what makes it all work so seamlessly. The end of the bed viewer opens to reveal a smooth, easy-to-use roller track that makes placing inserts simple and efficient, so the focus stays where it belongs: on the family.

08/24/2026

New on The Blog: Essential Questions to Ask During a Funeral Arrangement Meeting

The questions asked during a funeral arrangement meeting shape far more than logistics, they help a service reflect who someone truly was. This article walks through the key questions worth raising early, from personal touches and family involvement to budget and cultural traditions, so families leave the conversation with clarity instead of loose ends.

Read the full article here: https://starmarkcp.com/blogs/industry-insights/essential-questions-to-ask-during-a-funeral-arrangement-meeting 📖

08/21/2026

In this installment of the Starmark founding story series, Alan Elder looks back on his grandparents, Vance and Doris. Vance spent his days delivering caskets, while Doris kept the books running behind the scenes. Alan speaks fondly of both of them, and it's clear how much their work ethic shaped what Starmark would become.

Stay tuned as we keep uncovering the moments and people who built the Starmark story from the ground up.

08/20/2026

More on the Chaise Bed Viewer®.

A closer look at the J-Channel Interior System, showing just how seamlessly the inserts slide into place. Designed to make the viewing experience as smooth and stress-free as possible for Funeral Professionals.

08/19/2026

08/19/2026

Starmark has long been committed to serving the Kansas City, MO market. We have taken that commitment even further with our dedicated White Glove Service Center, bringing local support, personalized delivery, and an enhanced customer experience closer to home.

It's the same trusted Starmark products and partnerships, now complemented by an even greater level of local service.

Kansas City, MO 🤝 Starmark Service Center

08/18/2026

When families want a private farewell or ID viewing, the right product makes that moment possible.

The Chaise Bed Viewer® by Starmark is an economical Basic Service option designed specifically for ID viewings and private farewells. Solid wood construction, an end-opening roller bed system for easy insert placement, and available in multiple finishes.

Visit starmarkcp.com/products/chaise-bed-viewer to learn more.

08/17/2026

🎬 Lights, camera, Hot August Night! 🎬

We're excited for LACFDA's Hot August Night, Wednesday, August 19th, from 6 to 9pm at the Hua Yuan Center at Rose Hills in Whittier, CA!