Plan the service: Work with the Stephenson & Shaw Funeral Home Inc to plan the funeral service, including selecting readings, music, and speakers. Consider any special requests or traditions that the deceased may have wanted.
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.
Grief support: Offering resources and support to help Henderson, Tennessee families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.
Make arrangements: Meet with the Stephenson & Shaw Funeral Home Inc 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.
Transportation: Arrange for the transportation of the body to the funeral home, Henderson, Tennessee cemetery, or other final resting place.
DNA preservation: Check with Stephenson & Shaw Funeral Home Inc 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.