DNA preservation: Check with Stewart & Calhoun 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 Akron, Ohio families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.
Viewing and visitation: Stewart & Calhoun Funeral Home will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.
Plan the service: Work with the Stewart & Calhoun 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.
Embalming and preparation of the body: Prepare the body for viewing, which may involve embalming, dressing, and cosmetology.
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.