NICHOL'S FUNERAL HOME

Nichol's Funeral Home

1451 E Grand Ave
Des Moines, Iowa 50316
(515) 244-5253
Contact Nichol's Funeral Home. Call the Funeral Director at (515) 244-5253 to find out what services are provided at the Des Moines, Iowa location.

DNA preservation: Check with Nichol's 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.

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.

Green or eco-friendly funerals: Nichol's 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.

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

Make arrangements: Meet with the Nichol's 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.

Legal services: The funeral director can assist with legal services, such as obtaining death certificates, permits, and other necessary documentation.