About Me

As a funeral director, I see so many families who come in confused and upset, dealing with grief, who struggle to make the decisions around the funeral service their relative would have liked. Many times, people disagree over songs, music, or burial style. We encourage people to have discussions about the funeral they want with their family before they pass away, so the family can rest assured they are having the kind of service their loved one would have liked. This site gives you some ideas on how to plan your own funeral and communicate your wishes to your family.

2018

Two tips for planning your own funerals

If you have decided to plan your own funeral because you are terminally ill or elderly, here are some tips that you might find helpful. 1. Ask for help from a local funeral home instead of trying to take care of all of the arrangements yourself It is a good idea to ask the funeral home that will be hosting your funeral for help with making the funeral arrangements. Even if you have already come to terms with the fact that you will pass away in the near future, you may still find yourself struggling to cope with the reality of the situation.