Contact Miller-Mies Mortuary. Call the Funeral Director at (562) 861-1274 to find out what services are provided at the Downey, California location.Transportation: Arrange for the transportation of the body to the funeral home, Downey, California cemetery, or other final resting place.
Make arrangements: Meet with the Miller-Mies Mortuary 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.
DNA preservation: Check with Miller-Mies Mortuary 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.
Plan the service: Work with the Miller-Mies Mortuary to plan the funeral service, including selecting readings, music, and speakers. Consider any special requests or traditions that the deceased may have wanted.
Embalming and preparation of the body: Prepare the body for viewing, which may involve embalming, dressing, and cosmetology.
Cremation and burial: Miller-Mies Mortuary can provide cremation services, including the use of a crematorium and urns for ashes...and also assist with arranging for burial, including the purchase of a burial plot and a casket.