Vander Plaat Memorial Home

Legal services: The funeral director can assist with legal services, such as obtaining death certificates, permits, and other necessary documentation.

Make arrangements: Meet with the Vander Plaat Memorial Home 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.

DNA preservation: Check with Vander Plaat Memorial 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.

Cremation and burial: Vander Plaat Memorial Home 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.

Green or eco-friendly funerals: Vander Plaat Memorial Home 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.