MELCHER FUNERAL HOME

Melcher Funeral Home

1417 Offnere Street
Portsmouth, Ohio 45662
(740) 353-2808
Contact Melcher Funeral Home. Call the Funeral Director at (740) 353-2808 to find out what services are provided at the Portsmouth, Ohio location.

Plan the service: Work with the Melcher 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.

Consultation and planning: Melcher Funeral Home can provided guidance and support to help families plan a funeral or memorial service that honors the wishes of the deceased and meets the needs of those left behind.

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

Transportation: Arrange for the transportation of the body to the funeral home, Portsmouth, Ohio cemetery, or other final resting place.

DNA preservation: Check with Melcher 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: Melcher Funeral Home will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.