Gilden Barton Funeral Home

Legal services: The funeral director can assist with legal services, such as obtaining death certificates, permits, and other necessary documentation.

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

Cremation and burial: Gilden Barton 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 Gilden Barton 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 Altoona, Pennsylvania families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.

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