Hotz-Pagel Funeral Service

Viewing and visitation: Hotz-Pagel Funeral Service will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.

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

Green or eco-friendly funerals: Hotz-Pagel Funeral Service 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.

DNA preservation: Check with Hotz-Pagel Funeral Service 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.

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.