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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5 Questions To Consider When Making Headstone Choices
28 June 2017
Having the honor of making choices about someone's headstone is a big responsibility. This task is usually left to the one who was closest to the deceased person. Whether the death was anticipated or not, making these sorts of decisions can be challenging. Try to make this time as easy on yourself as possible. Ask yourself the following questions to help you put things in perspective and assess how you want to go about making choices for headstones.
Loved One Died? How To Start The Cremation Process
14 June 2017
If your loved one has passed away, and you know that they want to be cremated but your loved one has not put in writing the specific steps that you need to take following their death to start the cremating process, here are some tips on what you need to do to fulfill your loved one's wishes. #1 Get Your Loved One's Death Certificate You are going to need to obtain your loved one's death certificate before the crematory process can start.
Two Awkward Questions You Must Ask The Crematorium
1 June 2017
Making funeral arrangements is challenging enough when you're in the midst of mourning a loved one's passing. To make matters worse, though, there are a variety of awkward but necessary questions you must ask to ensure your and the needs of the deceased are met. If you're considering cremation for your loved one, here are two potentially embarrassing but essential things you need answered. Is There a Weight Limit? Being overweight or obese can make life very challenging for those in larger bodies.
3 Initial Questions To Ask When Planning A Funeral Service
2 May 2017
If you are planning a funeral for a recently deceased loved one, your initial grief may be causing confusion while you are planning the service. If so, ask yourself the following three questions to help you begin planning the funeral service. Did Your Loved One Want A Burial Or Cremation? The first thing you should ask yourself is whether your loved one wanted to be buried or cremated. Knowing this information can help you plan out the rest of the service since there are variations depending on the method being used.
Coping With Loss: 3 Ways To Turn Ashes Into Beautiful Memories
27 May 2016
Losing a loved one is always difficult, and cremation services provide families with an opportunity to choose how they want their loved one to be memorialized. As part of their final plans, some people leave specific instructions regarding where they want their ashes scattered while others leave it completely up to their loved ones. If you find yourself unsure of how to handle the ashes, these strategies will help you find comfort and healing while giving your loved one a beautiful memorial.