Plan the service: Work with the Swackhamer, Blachford & Wray 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.
Virtual funeral services: With the rise of virtual communication, Swackhamer, Blachford & Wray Funeral Home may offer online funeral services. These services allow family members and friends who are unable to attend the services Hamilton, Ontario in person to participate in the funeral service virtually.
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.
Embalming and preparation of the body: Prepare the body for viewing, which may involve embalming, dressing, and cosmetology.
Cremation and burial: Swackhamer, Blachford & Wray Funeral Home can provide cremation services, including the use of a crematorium and urns for ashes...and also assist with arranging for burial, including the purchase of a burial plot and a casket.
DNA preservation: Check with Swackhamer, Blachford & Wray 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.