Transportation: Arrange for the transportation of the body to the funeral home, Saint Joseph, Missouri cemetery, or other final resting place.
Plan the service: Work with the Meierhoffer Family Funeral Service to plan the funeral service, including selecting readings, music, and speakers. Consider any special requests or traditions that the deceased may have wanted.
DNA preservation: Check with Meierhoffer Family Funeral Service 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.
Customized caskets or urns: Customized caskets or urns that reflect the interests or personality of the deceased may be a service Meierhoffer Family Funeral Service offers. For example, a casket might be painted with a sports team logo, or an urn might be shaped like a musical instrument.
Make arrangements: Meet with the Meierhoffer Family Funeral Service 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.
Embalming and preparation of the body: Prepare the body for viewing, which may involve embalming, dressing, and cosmetology.