New Salem Funeral Home & Cemetery

Grief support: Offering resources and support to help Independence, Missouri families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.

Green or eco-friendly funerals: New Salem Funeral Home & Cemetery 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.

Plan the service: Work with the New Salem Funeral Home & Cemetery to plan the funeral service, including selecting readings, music, and speakers. Consider any special requests or traditions that the deceased may have wanted.

Viewing and visitation: New Salem Funeral Home & Cemetery will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.

Funeral concierge services: Assists families with tasks related to the funeral arrangements, such as arranging for travel and accommodations for out-of-town guests, arranging for catering, and handling other logistical details.

DNA preservation: Check with New Salem Funeral Home & Cemetery 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.