Viewing and visitation: Porter Funeral Home will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.
Consultation and planning: Porter 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.
Transportation: Arrange for the transportation of the body to the funeral home, Hawarden, Iowa cemetery, or other final resting place.
Cremation and burial: Porter 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.
Embalming and preparation of the body: Prepare the body for viewing, which may involve embalming, dressing, and cosmetology.
Plan the service: Work with the Porter 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.