Make arrangements: Meet with the Van Gilder Funeral Home 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.
Consultation and planning: Van Gilder 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.
Grief support: Offering resources and support to help Plymouth, Indiana families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.
DNA preservation: Check with Van Gilder 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.
Legal services: The funeral director can assist with legal services, such as obtaining death certificates, permits, and other necessary documentation.
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.