Legal services: The funeral director can assist with legal services, such as obtaining death certificates, permits, and other necessary documentation.
Customized caskets or urns: Customized caskets or urns that reflect the interests or personality of the deceased may be a service Murphy 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.
Funeral or memorial services: This Salem, Massachusetts funeral home can organize and conduct a funeral or memorial service, which may include music, eulogies, and other personalized touches.
Plan the service: Work with the Murphy 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.
DNA preservation: Check with Murphy 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.
Transportation: Arrange for the transportation of the body to the funeral home, Salem, Massachusetts cemetery, or other final resting place.