Osthus Funeral Home

Customized caskets or urns: Customized caskets or urns that reflect the interests or personality of the deceased may be a service Osthus Funeral Home offers. For example, a casket might be painted with a sports team logo, or an urn might be shaped like a musical instrument.

Virtual funeral services: With the rise of virtual communication, Osthus Funeral Home may offer online funeral services. These services allow family members and friends who are unable to attend the services De Smet, South Dakota in person to participate in the funeral service virtually.

Make arrangements: Meet with the Osthus 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.

DNA preservation: Check with Osthus 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 De Smet, South Dakota families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.

Green or eco-friendly funerals: Osthus Funeral Home may offer green or eco-friendly funeral services that are designed to be environmentally sustainable. Biodegradable caskets or urns, avoiding embalming chemicals, and using natural burial practices.