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When people plan ahead, most only prepare for their retirement years. They don’t bother thinking about after they’ve passed and what it will do to the loved ones they leave behind. If you plan farther than those people, you will begin to consider your funeral at some point. Concerns such as your funeral venue, the people attending, and your family’s grief will typically compel you to begin making major decisions and plan out your wishes for your own funeral. It might be tough to decide how and where to share funeral intentions. Conversations with loved ones can be difficult, and …

When a death occurs, there is much to be done to honour the departed’s life, and determining how to do so can be a daunting task. There may be many things left undone in an individual’s life, but making room to start the conversation can ease the burden of planning these things. However, it isn’t easy to sit down with loved ones and plan funeral arrangements.  The Benefits of Planning Ahead Something important to consider when discussing funeral arrangements because the discussion can lead to a sense of calm and make the transition easier. People can often complete some of …

Planning one’s funeral may be an absurd (or even creepy) idea to many, but it is a smart move to make. Here are reasons why you should plan your own funeral today. Planning Your Own Funeral Will Give You Peace of Mind When you plan your funeral, you get peace of mind that you will have a funeral service that you have always dreamed of. You have time to prepare your funeral arrangements, which means you can take time to think about what you want and how you want it. You Can Avoid Funeral Expenses Your funeral expenses can be …

A wake is essentially an event where all of the deceased’s close friends and family gather together to pay their respects to their departed loved one. It’s usually held after the funeral or memorial service. In the past, it referred to the viewing of a body between death and burial, but now it’s usually held after a funeral or memorial service. There seems to be some confusion on the difference between a wake, a funeral, and a viewing. Let’s discuss the differences between these events so you can have a better understanding of them. What Happens at a Funeral Service? …

It’s a dreadful fact, but death comes to us all, sooner or later. However, it’s not all bad, considering that all of us have made a mark on the lives of others, one way or another. For this reason, the loved ones that are left behind take it upon themselves to hold a funeral. A funeral is an event where people gather to say goodbye to a deceased person while at the same time celebrating the life that they lived. As much as possible, a funeral is an occasion for the family and friends of the departed to be together, …

Rising funeral costs have led to the creation of prepaid plans that allow people to pay for their own funerals in advance, such as through a burial plot or casket. However, you need to check whether the plan includes everything you want covered before you pay for it. The Prepaid Funeral Plan: What Is It, Exactly? Paying for a funeral in advance allows you to save money; you or your dead spouse or partner can still be buried if you plan ahead. The fees for a funeral, such as a casket and a hearse, are covered by a prepaid plan …

Planning for the future, while challenging, is a smart activity that everyone should take part in. This can help save a lot of hassle for the problems that may come, especially the ones you know will come to pass. This applies to funeral costs and the like, where tackling the financial aspects of it now can make going through the process a lot easier. That being said, many people opt to pay for their funeral by getting a prepaid funeral plan or paying for funeral insurance. However, which is the better option? Should you opt for a prepaid funeral plan …

Thanks to popular media, there’s a lot of misinformation surrounding funerals and funeral services. This can be disadvantageous for people in the planning stages of hosting one for their deceased. In fact, we’ve noticed quite a few recurring myths that people ask us about, and we’re here to provide you with the facts. It’s time to straighten things out about end of life planning. Here are five misconceptions regarding funerals we’ll clear up : 1. “Funeral Services are Expensive” While affordability may have been a concern for some families in the past, funeral service prices have actually been relatively consistent …

Traditionally, memorials are held for those who are about to leave the physical world for an eternal journey. If you are lucky, then you will be able to spend a lot of time in this world with the people you love. But with the way life works, this won’t always be the case. Make the memorial a celebration of your loved one’s life and organise it in a way that will accurately reflect them. If you want to honour your loved one and not have to worry about anything else, you should be aware of these funeral planning mistakes. Mistake …

A eulogy is delivered during a funeral by someone who knew the deceased person. If you’re requested to offer one, take advantage of the opportunity to honour the individual by delivering a short speech about their life and what they meant to you.  Being asked to give a eulogy for a loved one or friend is viewed as an honour, and if you’ve been asked, it means you played a significant role in that person’s life. If you’re worried about the pressure of having to get it ‘just perfect,’ remember that each eulogy is meant to be unique. Although some …