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A funeral requires a great deal of effort to organize, but in a very short timeframe. Few would attempt to plan a wedding in less than a week, yet the very things that go into wedding planning are all part of funerals: flowers, catering, music, transportation, venues, speeches, videos and event planning - not to mention completing paperwork for death certificates and obtaining permits for transportation, burial or cremation.
Funeral planning professionals are experts on helping you navigate your many choices. Will you want a traditional service, with a few meaningful hymns and a message from clergy, or do you want to honor your loved one with a celebration of life over a catered meal? Are there special touches that reflect your loved one's unique life that you would like to incorporate into their memorial? These decisions will all impact the cost of the funeral, but you can download a free funeral pricing guide to get started.
Of course, the best way to manage funeral or cremation costs is to pre-plan and pre-arrange your own final arrangements. Not only does this alleviate a financial burden for your loved ones during a time when they are grieving, it also locks in today's pricing and ensures that your exact wishes are met.
"....the very things that go into wedding planning are all part of funerals: flowers, catering, music, transportation, venues, speeches, videos and event planning - not to mention completing paperwork for death certificates and obtaining permits for transportation, burial or cremation.