Barker Funeral Home

Customized caskets or urns: Customized caskets or urns that reflect the interests or personality of the deceased may be a service Barker Funeral Home offers. For example, a casket might be painted with a sports team logo, or an urn might be shaped like a musical instrument.

Transportation: Arrange for the transportation of the body to the funeral home, Alta, Iowa cemetery, or other final resting place.

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

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

Consultation and planning: Barker 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 Barker 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.