At Bernard's Family Funeral Care, LLC., every family becomes part of ours.
We walk beside you with compassion, understanding, and gentle guidance, honoring your loved one's story with the care and dignity it deserves.
03/30/2026
Excited to be joining As the Hearse Turns as a special guest!
Tune in on Tuesday, April 7th at 6:00pm as we have an open and honest conversation about funeral service, the work we do, and the experiences that shape it.
I’m looking forward to being part of this and sharing the discussion with all of you.
Hope you can tune in as well.
03/30/2026
Every sibling grieves differently. Sometimes that leads to misunderstandings or arguments. Taking a moment to remember your parent’s love can help shift focus from conflict to connection.
We’re here to help families cherish a life while supporting relationships.
03/29/2026
Creativity in a service allows families to share the personality, passions, and memories that made their loved one special. These personal touches help tell their story, honoring the person who has passed while also giving those who are living something meaningful to hold onto.
When we share those details together, it becomes more than a service. It becomes a celebration of a life that will always be remembered.
03/28/2026
In memory of our loved ones who can’t be here with us today, we’d like to take a moment to remember them with our prayers.
Drop a 🙏 below if you joined our prayer today.
03/27/2026
A meaningful funeral does not have to follow just one path.
Every life is different, and the way we honor someone should reflect who they were and what felt right to them and their family. Services can take place in many settings, creating a space that truly reflects the person being remembered.
03/27/2026
Bernard’s Family Funeral Care, The Madison Chapel, announces with heartfelt sympathy the passing of Mr. Harvey Lee Carter of Buckhead, Georgia. Mr. Carter peacefully transitioned while surrounded by the compassionate staff of Abbey Hospice in Social Circle, Georgia.
A public viewing and visitation will be held on Friday, March 27, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. at Bernard’s Family Funeral Care, The Madison Chapel, located at 1086 Ward Road, Madison, Georgia 30650.
A Celebration of Life Service honoring Mr. Harvey will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Bernard’s Family Funeral Care, The Madison Chapel, 1086 Ward Road, Madison, Georgia 30650.
Bernard’s Family Funeral Care, The Madison Chapel, is honored to have been entrusted to serve the family of Mr. Harvey Lee Carter.
Bernard’s Family Funeral Care, The Eatonton Chapel, announces with heartfelt sympathy the passing of Sister Cora Ann Clements. A native of Aiken, South Carolina, Sister Clements spent her adult life in Eatonton, Georgia, where she was a devoted member of the Putnam County Jehovah’s Witness congregation. She transitioned on March 18, 2026.
A public viewing and visitation will be held on Friday, March 27, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Bernard’s Family Funeral Care, Eatonton Chapel, located at 103 Willie Bailey Street, Eatonton, Georgia 31024.
A small viewing for family and friends traveling from South Carolina will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. prior to the memorial service.
A memorial service honoring the life of Sister Clements will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 2pm, at the Putnam County Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 128 Imperial Mill Road, Eatonton, Georgia 31024.
Bernard’s Family Funeral Care, The Eatonton Chapel, is honored to be entrusted with the care and service of Sister Cora Ann Clements and her family.
Bernard’s Family Funeral Care, The Eatonton Chapel, announces with heartfelt sympathy the passing of Mr. Clifford Hill Jr. of Eatonton, Georgia. Mr. Hill peacefully transitioned on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital, surrounded by the comfort and care of those who loved him.
A public viewing and visitation will be held on Friday, March 27, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Bernard’s Family Funeral Care, Eatonton Chapel, located at 103 Willie Bailey Street, Eatonton, Georgia 31024.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at St. John AME Church, 220 Willie Bailey Street Eatonton, Georgia 31024. Interment and committal services will follow at East Eatonton City Cemetery, 124 Hogan Boulevard, Eatonton, Georgia 31024.
Bernard’s Family Funeral Care, The Eatonton Chapel, is honored to have been entrusted with the care and service of Mr. Clifford Hill Jr. and his family during this time of bereavement.
When a loved one passes away at home, many families are unsure of what to do next.
Knowing the right steps can help bring a little clarity during a very difficult moment. Our team is always available, day or night, to guide families through the process and provide the support they need.
03/25/2026
Two truths and a lie… this time with another member of our team 👀
They’re sharing three things about themselves, but one isn’t true. Think you can spot the lie before we reveal it at the end?
03/24/2026
It’s Taco Tuesday 🌮 and we’re diving into something you may not have heard of before… graded policies.
Do you know what that means? These policies can work differently than you might expect, and it’s important to understand how they function and how they’re structured.
Take a listen as we break it down in simple terms so you know exactly what you’re looking at.
03/24/2026
Excited to be joining As the Hearse Turns as a special guest!
Tune in on Tuesday, April 7th at 6:00pm as we have an open and honest conversation about funeral service, the work we do, and the experiences that shape it.
I’m looking forward to being part of this and sharing the discussion with all of you.
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Contact The Practice
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H. Bernard Holston, Sr. is a native of Athens, Georgia. He has over 30 years of experience in the funeral service industry. He is a 1984 graduate of Fort Valley State College with a Bachelors Degree in Political Science and earned an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Funeral Service in 1987 from John Tyler Community College, Chester, Virginia.
Bernard received his Funeral Service License in 1987 in the State of Virginia and has been licensed in the State of Georgia since 1988. He also is a licensed Life Insurance Agent concentrating in Burial and preplanning programs.
Our Family
Bernard Holston and Chedonna Trimble were married at Israel Baptist Church in Atlanta, Georgia in 1994.
Married 20 years, Bernard and Chedonna are the proud parents of two sons; Brenan M. Holston and Brelan C. Holston. The family is a member of Antioch A.M.E. Church in Conyers, GA.
Our Staff
Staff members of Bernard’s Family Funeral Care, LLC are caring and experienced professionals who understand that each family is unique and has personal requests and traditions. These requests and traditions are of utmost importance to our staff of licensed funeral directors.