Barker Funeral Home

Cremation and burial: Barker 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.

DNA preservation: Check with Barker 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.

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.

Virtual funeral services: With the rise of virtual communication, Barker Funeral Home may offer online funeral services. These services allow family members and friends who are unable to attend the services West Branch, Iowa in person to participate in the funeral service virtually.

Customized caskets or urns: Customized caskets or urns that reflect the interests or personality of the deceased may be a service Barker Funeral Home offers. For example, a casket might be painted with a sports team logo, or an urn might be shaped like a musical instrument.