Make arrangements: Meet with the Harvey-Engelhardt-Metz Funeral Homes 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.
Embalming and preparation of the body: Prepare the body for viewing, which may involve embalming, dressing, and cosmetology.
DNA preservation: Check with Harvey-Engelhardt-Metz Funeral Homes 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.
Viewing and visitation: Harvey-Engelhardt-Metz Funeral Homes will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.
Memorial jewelry: Some funeral homes offer memorial jewelry that incorporates a small amount of a loved one's ashes or other mementos into a piece of jewelry that can be worn or kept as a keepsake.
Legal services: The funeral director can assist with legal services, such as obtaining death certificates, permits, and other necessary documentation.