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Funeral Financing Do’s and Don’ts

Funeral Financing Do’s and Don’ts

November 14, 2018
Planning a funeral can be both an emotional and financial challenge. Knowing your options can help you honor your loved one without unnecessary stress. Here are some key considerations to keep in mind when making funeral arrangements.  Do:  Check Life Insurance Policies – Ensure any life insurance policies intended to...

Funeral Meeting Preparation

November 14, 2018
The initial meeting with your chosen funeral home will take approximately 2.5 hours if the funeral home and cemetery are in close proximity; and longer if they are not in the same location. The following are items that should be discussed with the family prior to the meeting.  Contents  ...

Photographs – Organizing and Printing

November 14, 2018
For help organizing and printing your photos, visit our friends at Shutterfly:  http://www.shutterfly.com

Funeral Program Samples

November 14, 2018
The funeral program (sometimes called a funeral brochure, pamphlet, or funeral order of service) is the printed document that is given out at the funeral or memorial service that outlines the key points in the funeral or memorial service and summarizes the life achievements of your deceased loved one. Things...

Poem Samples

November 14, 2018
Using poetry funeral readings is a popular way to personalize a funeral or memorial service. In addition to reading peotry during the actual funeral or memorial service, many people include poetry in the printed funeral program. You can select a poem that was a favorite of the deceased or choose...

Funeral Thank You Notes

November 14, 2018
Thank you notes can be sent to thank attendees for coming or thank those who contributed to the funeral, and it can help convey your appreciation. This can be delegated to another family member to take the burden off. For helpful tips on writing thank you notes after the funeral,...

Dealing with Loss at School

November 14, 2018
There are several different populations to take into consideration when addressing death in a school. Making sure to adequately prepare the students, parents, and teachers is important and requires different approaches for each group. For students: Be sure to speak with the grieving student before they return Ask what the...

Shipping a Body

November 14, 2018
Transporting a body can be complicated and involve many different agencies. Here is a helpful starting point for the process of shipping a body. A Carson’s Village Advocate can help you get in touch with the right people and help you find the best options. Funeral homes are the only...
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