Arranging a Funeral Service Step by Step Guide
We hope this guide will be help you understand your options and steps in making funeral arrangements. Select a topic below to show information pertaining to that section:
Before Death Occurs
If you desire to pre-plan funeral services for the benefit of yourself or your family I will be happy to assist. In all dealings in this regard always consider the following:
Get as much information as possible about the options available. If you choose to pre-pay, ask for a specific list of those items that are included as well as those that are not.
Get everything in writing and in detail. Like many contracts, details can become unclear over time if only a general agreement is made. This step may solve a lot of difficulties for your family in the future.
Talk to your family!
When Death Occurs
Call me at Peter Massey Funerals immediately. Regardless of the day or time, I will always be prepared to respond to your needs quickly and competently, and to guide you through the array of choices that need to be made.
If possible, try to make planning a funeral a joint effort with other family members or very close friends. Working together can sometimes decrease stress and further enable the healing process.
What you can expect from me
No matter what your funeral preferences, I can help you with every aspect of the funeral process. Among other things, I will:
- Arrange the funeral plans
- Help notify friends and family
- Post notices in press and on line
- Secure necessary permits and death certificates
- Take care of the body
- Coordinate all details with the clergy
- Arrange for burial or cremation as per your wishes
- Organise all necessary aspects of the ceremony
- Help secure any benefits to which you may be entitled
- Follow up after the funeral