Nelson-Heesch Funeral Home

Plan the service: Work with the Nelson-Heesch 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.

Cremation and burial: Nelson-Heesch Funeral Home can provide cremation services, including the use of a crematorium and urns for ashes...and also assist with arranging for burial, including the purchase of a burial plot and a casket.

Make arrangements: Meet with the Nelson-Heesch 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: Nelson-Heesch 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 Nelson-Heesch 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.

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