DNA preservation: Check with Downing & Lahey Mortuary West Chapel 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, Wichita, Kansas cemetery, or other final resting place.
Grief support: Offering resources and support to help Wichita, Kansas families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.
Customized caskets or urns: Customized caskets or urns that reflect the interests or personality of the deceased may be a service Downing & Lahey Mortuary West Chapel offers. For example, a casket might be painted with a sports team logo, or an urn might be shaped like a musical instrument.
Plan the service: Work with the Downing & Lahey Mortuary West Chapel to plan the funeral service, including selecting readings, music, and speakers. Consider any special requests or traditions that the deceased may have wanted.
Viewing and visitation: Downing & Lahey Mortuary West Chapel will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.