Speaks Memorial Chapel

Embalming and preparation of the body: Prepare the body for viewing, which may involve embalming, dressing, and cosmetology.

Make arrangements: Meet with the Speaks Memorial Chapel funeral director to make arrangements for the funeral, including selecting a date and time, choosing a casket or urn, and deciding on any special requests or religious ceremonies.

Virtual funeral services: With the rise of virtual communication, Speaks Memorial Chapel may offer online funeral services. These services allow family members and friends who are unable to attend the services Independence, Missouri in person to participate in the funeral service virtually.

Transportation: Arrange for the transportation of the body to the funeral home, Independence, Missouri cemetery, or other final resting place.

DNA preservation: Check with Speaks Memorial Chapel 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.

Cremation and burial: Speaks Memorial Chapel can provide cremation services, including the use of a crematorium and urns for ashes...and also assist with arranging for burial, including the purchase of a burial plot and a casket.