Abanks Mortuary & Crematory

Make arrangements: Meet with the Abanks Mortuary & Crematory funeral director to make arrangements for the funeral, including selecting a date and time, choosing a casket or urn, and deciding on any special requests or religious ceremonies.

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

Transportation: Arrange for the transportation of the body to the funeral home, Birmingham, Alabama cemetery, or other final resting place.

DNA preservation: Check with Abanks Mortuary & Crematory 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.

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