Burial Services

Burial Services in Millington and Memphis

Modern Shovel, LLC is the optimal choice for burial services, excelling in providing compassionate and professional solutions for both humans and large animals. With a team of dedicated experts, our team ensures a seamless and respectful process, combining precision and empathy in handling such sensitive matters. Our commitment to environmentally friendly practices sets us apart, employing innovative techniques to minimize ecological impact. We serve families and property owners throughout Millington, Memphis, Tipton County, and the greater West Tennessee area.

We understand that burial needs arise during difficult and emotional times. Whether you have lost a loved one who wished for a home burial or a beloved animal companion, our team approaches every situation with the sensitivity, professionalism, and discretion it deserves. We handle the physical aspects of the burial process so you can focus on what matters most - honoring the memory of those you have lost.

Comprehensive Burial Services

Our burial services encompass every aspect of the excavation and site preparation process. We work with families, funeral homes, veterinarians, and farm owners to provide the professional excavation services needed for dignified, respectful burials. Our equipment and experienced operators ensure proper depth, dimensions, and site preparation for each situation, while our commitment to complete site restoration ensures the burial location is left clean and naturally restored.

Services We Provide

• Human burial excavation - Proper depth and dimension excavation for home burials on private property
• Large animal burial - Dignified burial services for horses, cattle, and other large animals
• Pet burial - Compassionate burial services for beloved companion animals
• Site selection guidance - Assistance identifying appropriate burial locations considering drainage, setbacks, and soil conditions
• Complete site restoration - Backfill, compaction, grading, and re-vegetation of the burial site

Our Approach

Every burial project is handled with the utmost care and respect. Our operators work quietly and efficiently, maintaining the dignity of the occasion while ensuring proper excavation standards are met. We arrive at the scheduled time, prepare the site with minimal disruption to the surrounding property, and complete our work discreetly. After the burial, we carefully backfill, compact, and restore the site to blend naturally with the surrounding landscape. We understand the importance of this work and take pride in providing a professional, compassionate service during a difficult time.

Top 5 Benefits of Professional Burial Services

1. Proper Depth and Dimensions

Proper burial depth is essential for both regulatory compliance and environmental protection. Tennessee regulations specify minimum depth requirements that must be met. Our equipment excavates to the exact depth and dimensions needed, ensuring the burial meets all applicable requirements. Attempting to dig a burial by hand is extremely difficult, time-consuming, and often results in inadequate depth - our professional equipment makes the process efficient and ensures proper standards are met.

2. Compassionate, Professional Service

During times of loss, the last thing you need is additional stress from trying to arrange physical logistics. Our team handles all aspects of the excavation and site preparation with professionalism and empathy, allowing you to focus on honoring your loved one. We work with funeral directors, family members, and veterinarians to coordinate scheduling and ensure everything is prepared properly and on time.

3. Environmental Responsibility

We follow environmentally responsible practices in all our burial services. This includes proper setback distances from water sources, wells, and property lines, as well as consideration of soil drainage and groundwater conditions. Our goal is to ensure that burial sites are located and prepared in ways that are both respectful to the deceased and protective of the surrounding environment and water resources.

4. Equipment for All Situations

Our range of excavation equipment allows us to handle burials in various settings and soil conditions. From tight residential backyards to open farm pastures, we have the right machine for the job. Our compact mini excavators can access spaces that larger equipment cannot reach, while our full-size excavators handle large animal burials and challenging soil conditions efficiently. This versatility ensures we can serve your needs regardless of location or circumstances.

5. Complete Site Restoration

A burial site should be left clean, respectful, and naturally blended with the surrounding landscape. Our restoration process includes careful backfill compaction to minimize settling, topsoil replacement, and re-vegetation with seed or sod. If desired, we can prepare the site for memorial plantings such as trees or garden beds. Our goal is to create a peaceful, dignified resting place that remains stable and well-maintained for years to come.