How to Plan a Funeral
Funerals are a time of celebration and remembrance of those you’ve lost, but they’re also times of mourning, so having some help for the planning process is beneficial. You may be planning your own funeral by investing in pre-planning services or perhaps you’ve been tasked with planning the memorial service of a loved one; either way, there are some important considerations to make. Here are some tips for planning the funeral of a beloved friend or family member. 1. Who Should I Call First & What Transportation is needed for the Deceased? When a loved one passes away, the first thing you should do is contact close friends and family members to notify them that they’ve moved on. After doing so, you’ll need to have the body of the deceased transported from their place of death to your local funeral service director. 2. Do I Need to Meet a Funeral Director, Arrange Funeral Services & Interment Details? After transporting the deceased to the proper locale, it’s imp...