Pre-Planning

While pre-planning can be a difficult subject to discuss, clients are usually surprised by how simple the process really is. Pre-planning ensures that your final wishes will be carried out to your specifications, and eliminates a significant burden for your loved ones.

The amount of pre-planning you wish to do is an entirely personal decision. You may elect to plan part or all of your funeral service. Individuals tend to have a preference regarding the location of their funeral service, the religious denomination of the service, and the desired method for the handling of their remains. You can choose prayers or a particular readings for the service, and select everything from a casket or urn to the floral arrangements to be used.

One of the most important things to consider when pre-planning is that making these decisions beforehand gives families a chance to reflect on their loss and begin the grieving process. Without the burden of planning the funeral of a family member, loved ones can deal with their loss without time constraints and begin the healing process.

We do make a few suggestions when dealing with pre-planned funerals. We encourage the inclusion of immediate family members during the pre-planning. This ensures that your loved ones are aware of the arrangements you've made and will be prepared to carry out your final wishes.