McConnell Funeral Home

Plan the service: Work with the McConnell Funeral Home to plan the funeral service, including selecting readings, music, and speakers. Consider any special requests or traditions that the deceased may have wanted.

Funeral concierge services: Assists families with tasks related to the funeral arrangements, such as arranging for travel and accommodations for out-of-town guests, arranging for catering, and handling other logistical details.

Grief support: Offering resources and support to help Athens, Alabama families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.

DNA preservation: Check with McConnell Funeral Home about collecting and preserving a small sample of a deceased individual's DNA. This can be used for a range of purposes, including genealogy research, paternity testing, and forensic identification.

Legal services: The funeral director can assist with legal services, such as obtaining death certificates, permits, and other necessary documentation.

Customized caskets or urns: Customized caskets or urns that reflect the interests or personality of the deceased may be a service McConnell Funeral Home offers. For example, a casket might be painted with a sports team logo, or an urn might be shaped like a musical instrument.