DNA preservation: Check with Graceland / Fairlawn Funeral Home & Cemeteries 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.
Consultation and planning: Graceland / Fairlawn Funeral Home & Cemeteries 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.
Green or eco-friendly funerals: Graceland / Fairlawn Funeral Home & Cemeteries 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.
Make arrangements: Meet with the Graceland / Fairlawn Funeral Home & Cemeteries 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.
Viewing and visitation: Graceland / Fairlawn Funeral Home & Cemeteries will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.