Garry-Roberts-Murphy-Schaaf Funeral Home

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

Green or eco-friendly funerals: Garry-Roberts-Murphy-Schaaf Funeral Home may offer green or eco-friendly funeral services that are designed to be environmentally sustainable. Biodegradable caskets or urns, avoiding embalming chemicals, and using natural burial practices.

Plan the service: Work with the Garry-Roberts-Murphy-Schaaf Funeral Home to plan the funeral service, including selecting readings, music, and speakers. Consider any special requests or traditions that the deceased may have wanted.

Make arrangements: Meet with the Garry-Roberts-Murphy-Schaaf 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.

Legal services: The funeral director can assist with legal services, such as obtaining death certificates, permits, and other necessary documentation.

DNA preservation: Check with Garry-Roberts-Murphy-Schaaf 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.