Nelson Funeral Homes

Virtual funeral services: With the rise of virtual communication, Nelson Funeral Homes may offer online funeral services. These services allow family members and friends who are unable to attend the services Plano, Illinois in person to participate in the funeral service virtually.

Cremation and burial: Nelson Funeral Homes 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.

Make arrangements: Meet with the Nelson Funeral Homes 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.

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.

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

DNA preservation: Check with Nelson Funeral Homes 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.