COX & SON FUNERAL HOMES

Cox & Son Funeral Homes

209 S Jarrell Street
Ridgway, Illinois 62979
(618) 272-3511
Contact Cox & Son Funeral Homes. Call the Funeral Director at (618) 272-3511 to find out what services are provided at the Ridgway, Illinois location.

Legal services: The funeral director can assist with legal services, such as obtaining death certificates, permits, and other necessary documentation.

Viewing and visitation: Cox & Son Funeral Homes will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.

Plan the service: Work with the Cox & Son Funeral Homes 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.

Make arrangements: Meet with the Cox & Son 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.

DNA preservation: Check with Cox & Son 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.