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Services

We facilitate the arrangements for the final care and disposition of your loved ones based on state and international laws and customs.

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Traditional Funeral Services

Traditional Funeral Services

Traditional Funeral Services can range from immediate burial with a gravesite service at a local cemetery to a funeral service at a church, temple, or mosque with a processional to a cemetery or shipping domestically or internationally.

Embalming, in a number of cases, will be required by law to maintain the essential need for public health. Embalming is the art and science of preserving human remains by treating them (in its modern form with chemicals) to forestall decomposition.

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Cremation Services

Cremation Services

Cremation changes the human body by the use of heat and flame to fragments of bone and what appears to be ash. Essentially, it's a process of acceleration in that it accomplishes decomposition in a matter of hours instead of the months or years required by traditional burial. The National Funeral Directors Association offers this description of the cremation process: "The casket or container is placed in the cremation chamber, where the temperature is raised to approximately 1400 degrees to 1800 degrees Fahrenheit. After approximately 2 to 2 1/2 hours, all organic matter is consumed by heat or evaporation." Once the process is done, the cooled cremated remains are removed from the cremation chamber or retort. Any metal (such as tooth fillings or surgical implants) is removed using a magnet and disposed of properly. These cremated remains, which are often called ash, are then processed and carefully placed in a temporary container or an urn chosen by the family prior to the cremation.

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Veterans Services

Veterans Services

Veterans, spouses, and dependent children are provided with services, in many cases, free of charge. The type of Funeral Honors provided is dependent on the status of the veteran. The required documentation for a veteran, spouse, or dependent child to receive any military benefit would be the DD 214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty). If the DD Form 214 is not available, any discharge documentation providing other than dishonorable service can be used. The DD Form 214 may be obtained by filling out a Standard Form 180 and sending it to:

National Personnel Records Center (NPRC)

9700 Page Boulevard
St. Louis, MO 63132

The Standard Form 180 may be obtained from the National Records Center or using the following website: http://www.archives.gov/research/order/standard-form-180.pdf

International & Domestic Shipping Services – Basic Service Packages vary depending on services provided, shipping arrangements, and other requirements from the embassy of the country where final disposition will take place.

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International & Domestic Shipping Services

International & Domestic Shipping Services

We pride ourselves on our ability to engage the international community and provide seamless shipping services to accommodate the diverse needs of our clients. If your family requires international or domestic shipping, we are here to ensure that your loved one is transported with the utmost care and respect.

Pre-Planning

We believe in the importance of preplanning funeral arrangements. By making these decisions ahead of time, you can alleviate the burden on your loved ones during an already challenging time. Our experienced staff is here to help you create a personalized plan, ensuring your final wishes are honored. Some benefits of pre-planning arrangements include:

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  • Peace of mind for you and your family
  • Financial security and control over costs
  • Personalization of services and ceremonies