James Merker Funeral Home

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

Consultation and planning: James Merker Funeral Home can provided guidance and support to help families plan a funeral or memorial service that honors the wishes of the deceased and meets the needs of those left behind.

DNA preservation: Check with James Merker 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, Western Springs, Illinois cemetery, or other final resting place.

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.

Cremation and burial: James Merker Funeral 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.