Grief support: Offering resources and support to help Elbow Lake, Minnesota families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.
Embalming and preparation of the body: Prepare the body for viewing, which may involve embalming, dressing, and cosmetology.
Funeral or memorial services: This Elbow Lake, Minnesota funeral home can organize and conduct a funeral or memorial service, which may include music, eulogies, and other personalized touches.
DNA preservation: Check with Erickson-Smith 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.
Plan the service: Work with the Erickson-Smith 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.
Green or eco-friendly funerals: Erickson-Smith 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.