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.

Make arrangements: Meet with the Melcher Funeral Home 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.

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.

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

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.

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.