Elias-Smith Funeral Home & Crematory
Contact Elias-Smith Funeral Home & Crematory. Call the Funeral Director at (618) 377-6512 to find out what services are provided at the Bethalto, Illinois location.Green or eco-friendly funerals: Elias-Smith Funeral Home & Crematory 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.
DNA preservation: Check with Elias-Smith Funeral Home & Crematory 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.
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.
Plan the service: Work with the Elias-Smith Funeral Home & Crematory to plan the funeral service, including selecting readings, music, and speakers. Consider any special requests or traditions that the deceased may have wanted.
Embalming and preparation of the body: Prepare the body for viewing, which may involve embalming, dressing, and cosmetology.
Virtual funeral services: With the rise of virtual communication, Elias-Smith Funeral Home & Crematory may offer online funeral services. These services allow family members and friends who are unable to attend the services Bethalto, Illinois in person to participate in the funeral service virtually.
