One of the strengths of the staff of the O'Donnell
Funeral Home is our commitment to providing a
meaningful funeral ceremony that captures the
essence of the individual whom your family has
entrusted to us. However, there are many different
ways to recognize a life that has been lived,
and we at the O'Donnell Funeral Home pride ourselves
on our ability to design a final tribute that
best fits the spiritual, emotional and economic
needs of the family. Below is a sampling of some
of the many varied services, which we can offer
to those we have been honored with the responsibility
to serve.
Traditional Services: The term traditional
actually has many connotations based upon our
evolving society. In Funeral Service it generally
includes some form of visitation, a religious
service conducted by a minister or priest and
disposition by burial or cremation. However, this
is merely a guide as different cultures encompass
a variety of customs and traditions.
Pre-Arrangements: Please see special Pre-Arrangements
elsewhere on this website.
Cremation: Cremation is another word that
has many meanings. It may involve visiting hours,
a Funeral Service, a Memorial Service or direct
disposition. Below is a brief listing of some
of the Cremation alternatives available at O'Donnell
Funeral Home. A more detailed explanation of each
may be obtained by contacting the Funeral Home
directly.
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Full Traditional Service with body present
followed by cremation.
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Direct Cremation with Memorial Service at
Funeral Home or other facility.
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Direct Cremation - No services.
Direct Burial: This is a simple service
where the family has requested Direct Burial consisting
of a local transfer from the place of death, temporary
shelter of remains, local transfer to the cemetery
and necessary services of Funeral Director and
staff with necessary authorizations. These services
do not generally involve clergy or public participation.
Medical Donation to Science: This alternative
is sometimes used by individuals who wish to further
the research and training of those in the medical
profession. Boston, Massachusetts is the home
of several medical schools and research hospitals,
which use these donations as a means of teaching
and learning.
Transfer in or out of State: Often times,
later in life, individuals, couples, or families
will move out of the area either to retire or
relocate. Upon a family death, many will want
to return to the area of their birth, life or
residence for funeral services. The staff at the
O'Donnell Funeral Home can coordinate all aspects
of this transfer either from Greater Lowell to
someplace outside the region or from outside the
region back to Greater Lowell.
Specialized Services and Requests: This
section generally addresses any type of service,
which is not already listed. The staff at the
O' Donnell Funeral Home is always willing to try
and accommodate any special request by the family.
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