Plan the service: Work with the Fillmore & Whitman Funeral Home Ltd to plan the funeral service, including selecting readings, music, and speakers. Consider any special requests or traditions that the deceased may have wanted.
Make arrangements: Meet with the Fillmore & Whitman Funeral Home Ltd 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.
Viewing and visitation: Fillmore & Whitman Funeral Home Ltd will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.
Grief support: Offering resources and support to help Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.
Embalming and preparation of the body: Prepare the body for viewing, which may involve embalming, dressing, and cosmetology.
DNA preservation: Check with Fillmore & Whitman Funeral Home Ltd 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.