Harper-Talasek Family Center

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 Harper-Talasek Family Center 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 Temple, Texas families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.

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

Funeral or memorial services: This Temple, Texas funeral home can organize and conduct a funeral or memorial service, which may include music, eulogies, and other personalized touches.

Make arrangements: Meet with the Harper-Talasek Family Center 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.