Funeral & Sympathy Services
Casket Sprays
A casket spray is the floral tribute that rests on top of the casket, traditionally chosen by the immediate family. Bentley Florist designs casket sprays with care for services throughout Burton, Flint, and Genesee County, and we will walk you through every decision at a calm, unhurried pace.
What a casket spray is and who chooses it
The casket spray is the centerpiece of many services — the arrangement that drapes across the top of the casket and becomes the focal point of the room. Because of its place of honor, it is almost always chosen by the immediate family: a spouse, children, or parents together. It is a deeply personal piece, and there is no single right way to make it. Some families choose the person's favorite flowers or colors; others prefer classic whites and greens. Whatever you choose, we treat this arrangement as the heart of the tribute and design it with quiet attention to detail.
Full couch and half couch, explained gently
The size of a casket spray usually depends on whether the casket will be open or closed during the visitation. When a casket is fully closed, families often choose a full-couch spray that covers the length of the lid. When the casket is open for viewing — what funeral homes call a half-couch, with the upper half raised — a smaller spray sits on the closed lower half instead. If you are not sure which the family has chosen, the funeral home will know, and so will we once we confirm the details. We will simply match the spray to how the casket will be presented.
How we match the spray to the setting
When you order, tell us the funeral home, the service date, and, if you know it, whether the casket will be open or closed. We use that to size and shape the spray so it sits correctly and looks complete from where guests will be seated. Share a favorite flower, color, or a few words about the person, and we will weave that in. Call us at 810-742-3174 or order online, and we will coordinate the delivery time with the funeral home so the spray is in place before the visitation. If time is short, call us and we will tell you honestly what we can do.
How to Choose Well
- The casket spray is traditionally chosen by the immediate family.
- Full-couch sprays suit a closed casket; smaller sprays suit an open one.
- The funeral home can tell you whether the casket will be open or closed.
- Favorite colors or flowers make the centerpiece feel personal.
- Tell us the venue so we size and place the spray correctly.
- Order as early as you can for the fullest range of choices.
Delivery Across Burton, Flint & Genesee County
We design and deliver casket sprays to funeral homes throughout Burton, Flint, and Genesee County, coordinating the timing with the funeral director so the spray is set before the family and guests arrive. Same-day delivery is available for orders placed before 2pm, and we are always glad to talk through the options by phone.
Common Questions
Who is supposed to order the casket spray?
The casket spray is traditionally chosen by the immediate family — a spouse, children, or parents, often together. It holds a place of honor on the casket, so it is usually kept within the closest family rather than sent by friends.
What is the difference between a full couch and half couch spray?
A full-couch spray covers the length of a closed casket, while a smaller spray is used when the casket is open for viewing and only the lower half is closed. The funeral home can confirm which applies, and we will size the spray to match.
How do you make sure it fits the casket?
We ask for the funeral home and whether the casket will be open or closed, then size and shape the spray accordingly. We also coordinate delivery timing with the funeral director so it is in place before the visitation begins.
Let Us Assist You During This Difficult Time
Choosing the casket spray is one of the most personal decisions a family makes, and we will guide you through it gently. Call us or request a consultation, and we will handle the rest with care.
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Every arrangement is designed and hand-delivered by Bentley Florist — family-owned in Burton since 1963, with same-day delivery across Genesee County for orders placed before 2pm.