Borthwick-Hawaii Funeral Home

Plan the service: Work with the Borthwick-Hawaii Funeral Home to plan the funeral service, including selecting readings, music, and speakers. Consider any special requests or traditions that the deceased may have wanted.

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

Make arrangements: Meet with the Borthwick-Hawaii Funeral Home 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.

Grief support: Offering resources and support to help Hilo, Hawaii families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.

DNA preservation: Check with Borthwick-Hawaii Funeral Home 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.

Cremation and burial: Borthwick-Hawaii Funeral Home 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.