Gardner Memorial Chapel

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

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.

DNA preservation: Check with Gardner Memorial Chapel 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.

Make arrangements: Meet with the Gardner Memorial Chapel 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.

Virtual funeral services: With the rise of virtual communication, Gardner Memorial Chapel may offer online funeral services. These services allow family members and friends who are unable to attend the services Nashville, Tennessee in person to participate in the funeral service virtually.

Viewing and visitation: Gardner Memorial Chapel will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.