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Do you know what will happen to you if you were to suddenly pass away today? What would your family go through? How would they handle the news and get all of the arrangements made for your funeral? You can control the situation even after you pass away if you take the time to pre-plan your own funeral. More people are taking the initiative and making all of their own funeral arrangements years in advance. The purpose of my blog is to help those who want to plan their own funerals get through it quickly, easily and knowing that their investment is protected for the future.

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planning your future funeral today

  • Three Tips For Hosting A Funeral Reception

    13 February 2018

    In many areas of the country, it is customary for a funeral reception to immediately follow or proceed the funeral service. Usually, the reception involves fellowship with loved ones and some type of meal. Though it is not a mandatory funeral activity, many find a reception a comforting way to end an emotionally-draining day. Here are a few tips for hosting a funeral reception. 1. Hold the Reception in Close Proximity to the Funeral

  • Ways To Decide Whether You Want A Burial To Be Public Or Private

    4 December 2017

    Following the passing of a family member, you'll be busy arranging the funeral service and the burial. In most cases, funeral services are widely advertised and are thus open to anyone who wishes to be in attendance to support your family. As far as the burial service goes, you have the choice of making it public or private. If the service is public, it might take place soon after the funeral service — perhaps even with a procession of vehicles that travels from the funeral home to the cemetery.

  • Advantages And Disadvantages Of Scheduling A Visitation In Advance Of A Funeral Service

    9 November 2017

    Part of the task of funeral planning is to evaluate not only how the service will look, but also what elements you'll have in conjunction with this service. A visitation is a common element that many people have in advance of the funeral service. Sometimes, this event may be held in multiple time blocks a day before the service; in other cases, it will occur immediately before the service. There are several advantages and disadvantages for you to evaluate before you decide if a visitation will work for your surviving family members.

  • Basic Cremation Concerns Addressed

    25 October 2017

    When a loved one has died, you will need to make arrangements for their body. This can be one of the least pleasant aspects of life, but it is essential to providing a deceased loved one with a respectful farewell. One possibility is choosing cremation . For those needing to address this issue, there are several considerations that you may want to review about having a body cremated. Is It Necessary To Be Present During The Cremation Process?

  • Plan A Beautiful And Memorable Ceremony That Demonstrates Your Aunt's Love Of Animals

    4 October 2017

    If your aunt was an avid animal lover and her last wishes were to be cremated and for her memorial service to include details about her life as well as to raise awareness concerning animals that are housed at a local humane society, plan a beautiful and memorable ceremony with the tips below. Framed Photos If your aunt had a pet that she cherished and spent time with during the last years of her life, look through pictures that she gave to you or that you captured with your own camera to locate a photo that displays your aunt and her pet spending time together.