Legal services: The funeral director can assist with legal services, such as obtaining death certificates, permits, and other necessary documentation.
Consultation and planning: Shields Memorial Home 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: Shields Memorial 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.
Grief support: Offering resources and support to help Greenfield, Illinois families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.
Transportation: Arrange for the transportation of the body to the funeral home, Greenfield, Illinois cemetery, or other final resting place.
Plan the service: Work with the Shields Memorial Home to plan the funeral service, including selecting readings, music, and speakers. Consider any special requests or traditions that the deceased may have wanted.