Customized caskets or urns: Customized caskets or urns that reflect the interests or personality of the deceased may be a service Birk 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.
DNA preservation: Check with Birk 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.
Grief support: Offering resources and support to help Ivanhoe, Minnesota families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.
Legal services: The funeral director can assist with legal services, such as obtaining death certificates, permits, and other necessary documentation.
Transportation: Arrange for the transportation of the body to the funeral home, Ivanhoe, Minnesota cemetery, or other final resting place.
Plan the service: Work with the Birk 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.