Funeral arrangements shouldn't be the last thing on your mind

As it has become more acceptable for people to talk openly about death, the number of people pre-planning for their funerals has increased. Few people know the timing of their death but it is possible to make preparations that will ease the burden that will fall on your next-of-kin. By planning ahead, you will ensure that those who are left to organize the details when the need arises know your wishes.

Sharing the intimate details of your preferred funeral service 5, 10 or 15 years ahead of its time can be quite a difficult concept to consider. If you write it down, whom will you entrust the information to? If you tell your partner, sons or daughters, how will they remember and plan your every wish in their time of sadness? Only you can advise sensibly on such individual choices as burial or cremation, church or in-home funeral, the choice of music, flowers and eulogy. Perhaps you have a special request such as scattering of ashes at a particular location.

Bereaved relatives have grief and anger to contend with. Adding the administrative burden of arranging the funeral to their confused and emotional state may lead to awkward decisions and unnecessary costs being incurred.

Pre-planning Benefits:

• Peace of Mind – Arranging today, before the death, is handling a family matter. Arranging at the time of death is dealing with a family crisis. Planning ahead...you have true peace of mind knowing you have taken care of everything.
  

• Your Family – Making decisions today with the help of those close to you lets you make logical, well thought out plans which your family will appreciate.
  

• Simplicity – Pre-planning is simple to arrange and relieve your family of much of the emotional burden at the time of your death. You can discuss and select the style of funeral you desire with our Funeral Director at the funeral home or in the comfort of your home.

Arranging a funeral, especially your own, probably hasn't been your top priority. But you'll feel more secure when your final arrangements reflect your personal wishes, knowing family and friends won't be burdened with decisions and expenses when they're least able to cope.

Planning brings peace of mind.