McLarens Resthaven Chapel & Mortuary

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

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

Funeral concierge services: Assists families with tasks related to the funeral arrangements, such as arranging for travel and accommodations for out-of-town guests, arranging for catering, and handling other logistical details.

Memorial jewelry: Some funeral homes offer memorial jewelry that incorporates a small amount of a loved one's ashes or other mementos into a piece of jewelry that can be worn or kept as a keepsake.

Virtual funeral services: With the rise of virtual communication, McLarens Resthaven Chapel & Mortuary may offer online funeral services. These services allow family members and friends who are unable to attend the services Des Moines, Iowa in person to participate in the funeral service virtually.

DNA preservation: Check with McLarens Resthaven Chapel & 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.