Emanuel-PattersonFuneral Home

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

Transportation: Arrange for the transportation of the body to the funeral home, Milbank, South Dakota cemetery, or other final resting place.

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

Plan the service: Work with the Emanuel-PattersonFuneral Home to plan the funeral service, including selecting readings, music, and speakers. Consider any special requests or traditions that the deceased may have wanted.

DNA preservation: Check with Emanuel-PattersonFuneral 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.

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