Briggs-Hall Memorial Home

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

Plan the service: Work with the Briggs-Hall Memorial Home 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: Briggs-Hall Memorial Home will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.

DNA preservation: Check with Briggs-Hall 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.

Make arrangements: Meet with the Briggs-Hall 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.