Ripperdan-Schildknecht Funeral Home

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

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.

Plan the service: Work with the Ripperdan-Schildknecht Funeral Home to plan the funeral service, including selecting readings, music, and speakers. Consider any special requests or traditions that the deceased may have wanted.

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

Viewing and visitation: Ripperdan-Schildknecht Funeral Home will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.

DNA preservation: Check with Ripperdan-Schildknecht 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.