Steinke Funeral Home

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

DNA preservation: Check with Steinke 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.

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

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

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

Plan the service: Work with the Steinke 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.