Dawson & Wikoff Colonial Chapel North

Embalming and preparation of the body: Prepare the body for viewing, which may involve embalming, dressing, and cosmetology.

DNA preservation: Check with Dawson & Wikoff Colonial Chapel North 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.

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

Viewing and visitation: Dawson & Wikoff Colonial Chapel North will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.

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

Make arrangements: Meet with the Dawson & Wikoff Colonial Chapel North 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.