Louis M Ptak Memorial Home

DNA preservation: Check with Louis M Ptak Memorial 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.

Cremation and burial: Louis M Ptak Memorial Home can provide cremation services, including the use of a crematorium and urns for ashes...and also assist with arranging for burial, including the purchase of a burial plot and a casket.

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

Viewing and visitation: Louis M Ptak Memorial Home will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.

Make arrangements: Meet with the Louis M Ptak Memorial 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.

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