RUSSELL MEMORIAL CHAPEL

Russell Memorial Chapel

7916 State Street
East Saint Louis, Illinois 62203
(618) 397-9510
Contact Russell Memorial Chapel. Call the Funeral Director at (618) 397-9510 to find out what services are provided at the East Saint Louis, Illinois location.

Customized caskets or urns: Customized caskets or urns that reflect the interests or personality of the deceased may be a service Russell Memorial Chapel offers. For example, a casket might be painted with a sports team logo, or an urn might be shaped like a musical instrument.

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

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

DNA preservation: Check with Russell Memorial Chapel 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.

Make arrangements: Meet with the Russell Memorial Chapel 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.

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