Virtual funeral services: With the rise of virtual communication, Cataldo Funeral Home may offer online funeral services. These services allow family members and friends who are unable to attend the services Somerville, Massachusetts in person to participate in the funeral service virtually.
Cremation and burial: Cataldo 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.
Memorial jewelry: Some funeral homes offer memorial jewelry that incorporates a small amount of a loved one's ashes or other mementos into a piece of jewelry that can be worn or kept as a keepsake.
Viewing and visitation: Cataldo Funeral Home will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.
Plan the service: Work with the Cataldo 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.
Embalming and preparation of the body: Prepare the body for viewing, which may involve embalming, dressing, and cosmetology.