DNA preservation: Check with Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory 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 Lynchburg, Virginia families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.
Green or eco-friendly funerals: Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory may offer green or eco-friendly funeral services that are designed to be environmentally sustainable. Biodegradable caskets or urns, avoiding embalming chemicals, and using natural burial practices.
Legal services: The funeral director can assist with legal services, such as obtaining death certificates, permits, and other necessary documentation.
Plan the service: Work with the Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory 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 Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory offers. For example, a casket might be painted with a sports team logo, or an urn might be shaped like a musical instrument.