Nearly 5 years ago, my husband’s precious maternal grandmother passed away. This special woman had an amazing sense of humor and a flair for life. Without saying a word, she could make me laugh with just a look. Several years before her death, she visited a local funeral home in order to plan her funeral services. When she passed away, the family didn’t have to deal with the stress of organizing her farewell services. They could relax, grieve, and concentrate on the wonderful memories they shared with her. I've grown to appreciate this. On this blog, you will discover the steps required to plan your own funeral.
Planning Your Funeral
How Do Funeral Homes Prepare Bodies For Viewing?
23 July 2021
Some families choose to have viewing ceremonies at their funeral services, sometimes known as open-casket services. Viewing the body of a deceased loved one can bring closure and allow funeral attendees the chance to say their final words to the deceased. If you choose to have an open-casket service, you will need to have the body of your loved one prepared by the funeral home. Here are four things that morticians do to prepare bodies for viewing:
A Guide on Funeral Prearrangements
10 May 2021
Death is a life event whose occurrence is a matter of fact. There are so many uncertainties on how and when it will occur. Thus, it makes sense to plan for it for personal peace and the well-being of loved ones. A funeral, like any other significant life event, demands prior planning. Here are the essential pointers as to why funeral prearrangement is a wise thing to do. Types of Funeral Plans
Unique Cremation Urns
27 January 2021
As you do your own advance planning for end-of-life arrangements or handle the funeral arrangements for a loved one, you'll need to decide on cremation or burial. If you settle on cremation, the next step will be to select an urn. There are many options to choose from, ranging from basic urns that can then be interred to more elaborate urns that are intended to be displayed or kept for generations.
The Least Expensive Way To Say A Final Farewell To A Loved One
21 October 2020
The amount of money you spend farewelling a loved one isn't a reflection of how much you loved them. It's not always possible to find a large amount of money on short notice, unless your loved one had been paying for a funeral plan, or had been putting money aside for this specific reason. You'll want to give your loved one the best possible send-off while keeping to a budget that doesn't compromise on quality.
Basics Of Buying Your Funeral Service Flower Arrangements
10 July 2020
If a close loved one passes away, then you may be tasked with making a lot of the funeral decisions. These decisions include purchasing certain items as part of the overall funeral services. Flowers are one of these things, and if you have never purchased funeral arrangements, then your funeral home can assist you. You can also keep reading to learn about some of the basics here. You Will Purchase The Larger Arrangements