Contact Bookhout Funeral Home. Call the Funeral Director at (607) 988-6600 to find out what services are provided at the Otego, New York location.Transportation: Arrange for the transportation of the body to the funeral home, Otego, New York cemetery, or other final resting place.
Plan the service: Work with the Bookhout Funeral 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: Bookhout Funeral Home will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.
Embalming and preparation of the body: Prepare the body for viewing, which may involve embalming, dressing, and cosmetology.
DNA preservation: Check with Bookhout Funeral 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.
Grief support: Offering resources and support to help Otego, New York families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.