Someone you loved has passed on, and now there is a funeral to be arranged. It can be an overwhelming time. Suddenly there are many decisions to make and there may be costs you didn’t anticipate.
Times are changing. No longer are we satisfied with funeral services that all look the same that fall short of reflecting our loved ones in an authentic and unique way. Many of us have little experience arranging a funeral, but with some guidance It’s possible to arrange an unforgettable funeral for the ones we love.
Here’s a guide to all the decisions that come into play when planning a funeral.
How to choose a cemetery plot
A graveside committal is a deeply poignant moment. Family may choose burial for any number of reasons. Cultural, religious, historical and even environmental reasons influence the...
How to write an Obituary
Obituary; it’s a common enough word but its one where people often struggle to understand its actual meaning and the role it plays. Obituaries frequently get confused with death no...
How to do funeral hair and makeup
Completing funeral hair and makeup goes hand in hand with deciding what they will wear. It’s what’s sometimes referred to as cosmetology by the funeral home. Depending on what outc...
How to Choose a Funeral Home
When there is a funeral to arrange, most people will turn to a funeral home to provide guidance and help. There are more than 20,000 funeral homes in the United States, and like al...
How to choose a funeral casket
Choosing a casket is one of the bigger decisions a family makes when there is a funeral to arrange. Here are some guidelines to help you make the best casket choice, and a few thin...
How to choose funeral speakers
Funerals are slowly shrugging off historical “rinse and repeat” formats and becoming a more authentic reflection of someone’s life. Bespoke caskets, unique venues and gorgeous them...
How to choose a cremation urn
With cremation now outweighing burial in the United States, the selection of a cremation urn is receiving more attention. With that comes a much wider range of options so you can...
How To Find a Funeral Officiant
Officiant, celebrant, master of ceremonies; these are the interchangeable names we use for the person who leads a funeral. It’s an important job. This is the first person that gath...
Set up a funeral plan
Save ideas to your favourites and start to pull together the elements of the funeral that you want to personalize to create a truly authentic Great Goodbye.
Create a Plan