Orr's Mortuary

Make arrangements: Meet with the Orr's Mortuary 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.

Viewing and visitation: Orr's Mortuary will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.

DNA preservation: Check with Orr's Mortuary 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, Davenport, Iowa cemetery, or other final resting place.

Plan the service: Work with the Orr's Mortuary to plan the funeral service, including selecting readings, music, and speakers. Consider any special requests or traditions that the deceased may have wanted.

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