O'Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Funeral Home
Contact O'Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Funeral Home. Call the Funeral Director at (616) 949-7350 to find out what services are provided at the Grand Rapids, Michigan location.Viewing and visitation: O'Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Funeral Home will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.
DNA preservation: Check with O'Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst 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.
Embalming and preparation of the body: Prepare the body for viewing, which may involve embalming, dressing, and cosmetology.
Green or eco-friendly funerals: O'Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Funeral Home 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.
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.
Plan the service: Work with the O'Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst 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.
