Embalming and preparation of the body: Prepare the body for viewing, which may involve embalming, dressing, and cosmetology.
Make arrangements: Meet with the Myers-Hathaway-Myers Chapel 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.
Grief support: Offering resources and support to help Columbus, Indiana families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.
Viewing and visitation: Myers-Hathaway-Myers Chapel will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.
DNA preservation: Check with Myers-Hathaway-Myers Chapel 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.
Plan the service: Work with the Myers-Hathaway-Myers Chapel to plan the funeral service, including selecting readings, music, and speakers. Consider any special requests or traditions that the deceased may have wanted.