Blue River Chapel

Grief support: Offering resources and support to help New Castle, Indiana families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.

Transportation: Arrange for the transportation of the body to the funeral home, New Castle, Indiana cemetery, or other final resting place.

DNA preservation: Check with Blue River 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 Blue River Chapel 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.

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.