Our Mission & Values
Be Kind, Be Affordable, Be Empathetic & Provide Good Quality Products. Connect, Build Trust, Network & Grow Our Community. Earnest Goodwill To All, Lead with Compassion, Love-Care & Respect
Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord and He shall lift you up.
--James4: 10 KJV
We saw the costs of funerals …
And wanted to help people
Eric and Katherine Giles established E & K Caskets in 2023.
The showroom, located at 8620 A L Philpott Hwy in Martinsville, used to be a pawn shop before the Giles purchased it and transformed it with some minor work. They painted the walls, tiled the floors and cleared out the room that is now the flower shop.
Both grew up in Henry County, VA. Katherine Giles moved to Winston-Salem and worked in the medical field, for car dealerships and in customer service for many years before returning in 2021. Eric Giles moved to Danville for 14 years where he worked at a chemical plant before returning. Eric and Katherine married in 2021.
It is their belief that everyone deserves a dignified farewell, regardless of budget. That's why they offer a wide selection of affordable caskets that are both stylish and well-made.
They offer almost any customization that customers can think of, including colors, materials, interior and exterior designs, thickness of casket walls, sizes and more. If they don’t have the caskets in the showroom or in storage, they order the casket to the shop.
Purchasing a casket from a wholesaler is a great way to save money, as funeral homes typically mark up caskets by a significant margin.
"We understand that this is a difficult time for you and your family. That's why we are committed to providing you with the best possible service and support. We will work with you to choose the perfect casket for your loved one and to ensure that the funeral arrangements are as smooth and stress-free as possible."
