If the legend holds true, George Washington was a visionary when he chopped down the cherry tree. Cherry has since grown to be one of the most popular of hardwoods. Because of its strength and stability, cherry is often used for burial caskets, paneling and gun stocks. Its rich, warm look and creamy, reddish color make it a favorite. Many Batesville hardwoods have a MemorySafe™ drawer and may be personalized by adding custom corners and personalized panels.  Batesville’s hardwood caskets come in a variety of styles and are all backed by our comprehensive pre-interment warranty.