Patterson & O'Connell's Chapel

Embalming and preparation of the body: Prepare the body for viewing, which may involve embalming, dressing, and cosmetology.

DNA preservation: Check with Patterson & O'Connell's Chapel 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.

Customized caskets or urns: Customized caskets or urns that reflect the interests or personality of the deceased may be a service Patterson & O'Connell's Chapel offers. For example, a casket might be painted with a sports team logo, or an urn might be shaped like a musical instrument.

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.

Funeral or memorial services: This San Mateo, California funeral home can organize and conduct a funeral or memorial service, which may include music, eulogies, and other personalized touches.

Make arrangements: Meet with the Patterson & O'Connell's Chapel 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.