Embalming and preparation of the body: Prepare the body for viewing, which may involve embalming, dressing, and cosmetology.
Make arrangements: Meet with the Symonds Funeral Homes (Lakes Funeral Home) 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.
DNA preservation: Check with Symonds Funeral Homes (Lakes 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.
Grief support: Offering resources and support to help Grayslake, Illinois families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.
Green or eco-friendly funerals: Symonds Funeral Homes (Lakes 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.
Transportation: Arrange for the transportation of the body to the funeral home, Grayslake, Illinois cemetery, or other final resting place.