Cryonics is the act of placing the body or the brain of the deceased in a suspended animation through freezing. As of this time, this is still not a very popular method of disposition but is still an option. There are many facilities which handle cyonics and information is available. There is great variety of costs. Highland Park Funeral Home has information and we will be glad to assist you with answers to your questions.
Donation is the giving of the body to a medical facility or school.
The body is used for research and study. The cremains are either returned to the family or scattered in a designated area by the medical facility or school. Most schools require the donation be arranged in advance of the death. Look into our Courtesy Information List for schools available in Iowa. Entombment is the placing of the deceased within an enclosed facility above ground.