Altmeyer Funeral Homes Inc / Benwood-McMechen Chapel
Contact Altmeyer Funeral Homes Inc / Benwood-McMechen Chapel. Call the Funeral Director at (304) 232-1710 to find out what services are provided at the McMechen, West Virginia location.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.
Plan the service: Work with the Altmeyer Funeral Homes Inc / Benwood-McMechen Chapel to plan the funeral service, including selecting readings, music, and speakers. Consider any special requests or traditions that the deceased may have wanted.
Embalming and preparation of the body: Prepare the body for viewing, which may involve embalming, dressing, and cosmetology.
DNA preservation: Check with Altmeyer Funeral Homes Inc / Benwood-McMechen 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.
Green or eco-friendly funerals: Altmeyer Funeral Homes Inc / Benwood-McMechen Chapel 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.
Consultation and planning: Altmeyer Funeral Homes Inc / Benwood-McMechen Chapel 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.
