Preplanning a Funeral

For some, the thought of preplanning a funeral is utterly morbid. It’s not. There are many reasons to consider preplanning your funeral.

To begin with, immediately following a loved one’s death, the family is quite emotional. If this was a sudden death, they are likely to be in shock and completely overwhelmed with what has happened. If this was an anticipated death, the process could have been long and arduous; therefore, they are probably feeling drained emotionally and physically. Unfortunately, waiting to make the funeral arrangements until everyone is feeling strong enough is not an option. A funeral is generally held within a few days of the person dying.

One of the most important reasons to consider preplanning your funeral is to see that your wishes will be carried out. Things will be done just the way that you want. Your family will not be left to second guess what your wishes would be.

Another important factor is financial. In preplanning your funeral, the costs are predetermined and you can even prepay into a plan to ensure the expenses are covered. This relieves your family of tremendous concern and burden.

Preplanning and paying for your funeral may be the most thoughtful thing that you can do for your family.