Downing & Lahey Mortuary West Chapel

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.

Green or eco-friendly funerals: Downing & Lahey Mortuary West Chapel 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 Downing & Lahey Mortuary West Chapel 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.

Grief support: Offering resources and support to help Wichita, Kansas families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.

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.