Bland-Reid Funeral Home

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

Customized caskets or urns: Customized caskets or urns that reflect the interests or personality of the deceased may be a service Bland-Reid 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.

Viewing and visitation: Bland-Reid Funeral Home will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.

Consultation and planning: Bland-Reid Funeral Home can provided guidance and support to help families plan a funeral or memorial service that honors the wishes of the deceased and meets the needs of those left behind.

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

DNA preservation: Check with Bland-Reid 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.