Planning a funeral is a way to pay tribute to your loved one, and many people consider this challenging task an honor. Knowing terminology that’s commonly used for funeral planning can help with communication during the entire process. As you set appointments and make choices for the burial and memorial service, consider these funeral-related terms.
Arrangement Conference
Although this term may sound a bit like a corporate retreat, it simply refers to the meeting where you make the acquaintance of the funeral director and other workers who will be assisting you with the funeral plans for your loved one.…
When a loved one chooses cremation service, he or she may choose to have the cremains scattered instead of being placed in an urn or interred in the ground. A scattering service can provide a wonderful option for families a graveside-style service. Here are a few details to consider when planning a scattering service.
Choose A Location
If your loved one hasn’t chosen a location for the cremains to be scattered, you’ll need to select a location.…
Have you been thinking about planning your own funeral? Perhaps you recently attended services of a loved one or even an acquaintance. Doing so might have made you think about things that you liked at the service. Or, you might have thought of things you might have changed. Either way, if you are thinking about planning your own funeral, from selecting the music to buying your own headstone, here are some ideas that might help you.…
