Legal services: The funeral director can assist with legal services, such as obtaining death certificates, permits, and other necessary documentation.
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.
Grief support: Offering resources and support to help Ivanhoe, Minnesota families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.
Transportation: Arrange for the transportation of the body to the funeral home, Ivanhoe, Minnesota cemetery, or other final resting place.
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.
Embalming and preparation of the body: Prepare the body for viewing, which may involve embalming, dressing, and cosmetology.