Smathers Funeral Chapel

Customized caskets or urns: Customized caskets or urns that reflect the interests or personality of the deceased may be a service Smathers Funeral Chapel offers. For example, a casket might be painted with a sports team logo, or an urn might be shaped like a musical instrument.

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

DNA preservation: Check with Smathers Funeral 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.

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

Transportation: Arrange for the transportation of the body to the funeral home, Rainelle, West Virginia cemetery, or other final resting place.

Funeral concierge services: Assists families with tasks related to the funeral arrangements, such as arranging for travel and accommodations for out-of-town guests, arranging for catering, and handling other logistical details.