Embalming and preparation of the body: Prepare the body for viewing, which may involve embalming, dressing, and cosmetology.
Transportation: Arrange for the transportation of the body to the funeral home, Cedar Rapids, Iowa cemetery, or other final resting place.
Grief support: Offering resources and support to help Cedar Rapids, Iowa families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.
Viewing and visitation: Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Services will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.
DNA preservation: Check with Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Services 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 Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Services to plan the funeral service, including selecting readings, music, and speakers. Consider any special requests or traditions that the deceased may have wanted.