Transportation: Arrange for the transportation of the body to the funeral home, Jacksonville, Florida cemetery, or other final resting place.
Consultation and planning: Hardage-Giddens Funeral Homes can provided guidance and support to help families plan a funeral or memorial service that honors the wishes of the deceased and meets the needs of those left behind.
Make arrangements: Meet with the Hardage-Giddens 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.
Plan the service: Work with the Hardage-Giddens Funeral Homes to plan the funeral service, including selecting readings, music, and speakers. Consider any special requests or traditions that the deceased may have wanted.
DNA preservation: Check with Hardage-Giddens 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.
Grief support: Offering resources and support to help Jacksonville, Florida families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.