Van Dyke-Swaney Funeral Home

Plan the service: Work with the Van Dyke-Swaney 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.

DNA preservation: Check with Van Dyke-Swaney 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.

Viewing and visitation: Van Dyke-Swaney Funeral Home will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.

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.

Funeral concierge services: Assists families with tasks related to the funeral arrangements, such as arranging for travel and accommodations for out-of-town guests, arranging for catering, and handling other logistical details.

Embalming and preparation of the body: Prepare the body for viewing, which may involve embalming, dressing, and cosmetology.