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 Cherokee, Iowa families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.
Viewing and visitation: Boothby Funeral Home will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.
Virtual funeral services: With the rise of virtual communication, Boothby Funeral Home may offer online funeral services. These services allow family members and friends who are unable to attend the services Cherokee, Iowa in person to participate in the funeral service virtually.
Green or eco-friendly funerals: Boothby 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.
DNA preservation: Check with Boothby 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.