Twiford's Memorial Chapel

Memorial jewelry: Some funeral homes offer memorial jewelry that incorporates a small amount of a loved one's ashes or other mementos into a piece of jewelry that can be worn or kept as a keepsake.

Customized caskets or urns: Customized caskets or urns that reflect the interests or personality of the deceased may be a service Twiford's Memorial Chapel 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 Twiford's 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.

Plan the service: Work with the Twiford's Memorial Chapel to plan the funeral service, including selecting readings, music, and speakers. Consider any special requests or traditions that the deceased may have wanted.

Grief support: Offering resources and support to help Elizabeth City, North Carolina families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.

DNA preservation: Check with Twiford's 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.