Gieseking Funeral Home

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

Plan the service: Work with the Gieseking 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.

Virtual funeral services: With the rise of virtual communication, Gieseking Funeral Home may offer online funeral services. These services allow family members and friends who are unable to attend the services Altamont, Illinois in person to participate in the funeral service virtually.

DNA preservation: Check with Gieseking 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: Gieseking 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.

Green or eco-friendly funerals: Gieseking Funeral Home may offer green or eco-friendly funeral services that are designed to be environmentally sustainable. Biodegradable caskets or urns, avoiding embalming chemicals, and using natural burial practices.