My name is Evan, and I am a funeral director at a busy funeral home in the Midwestern United States. I have found that many loved ones want to personalize the funeral experience, but they simply don't know how. I am going to outline some ways that you can make a funeral unique to the person you are celebrating. From dramatic readings to favorite music to decorated caskets, the only limit is your imagination when it comes to planning the perfect funeral. I hope your mind will be open to the possibilities the next time you are in the unfortunate situation of having to plan a funeral.
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3 Myths That Keep You From Making Funeral Pre-Arrangements
Christina Clarke
Many myths surround death, dying, and funeral arrangements. People base many of these myths on their fears of the process and misconceived opinions. Giving in to or listening to these tall tales can make you ill-prepared when your time comes and cost you money. Here are a few myths you may have to overcome when making funeral pre-arrangements.
1. It Is Bad Luck To Talk About Death
Many people struggle with talking about death and dying. It makes them completely uncomfortable to speak about others dying, and discussing their own demise is taboo. They feel that talking about the subject will bring bad luck, illness, and even death.
But one of the only things guaranteed is that you will eventually die. Talking about it will not bring about bad luck but will give your family the good fortune of knowing your wishes beforehand. Some of your conversations with family should include the following:
- Your funeral pre-arrangements (if already made)
- Your end-of-life directives
- Your advanced care planning
- Your estate planning
- Your wishes for your memorial or celebration of life
Discussing this in advance and putting your wishes in writing will assist your family when death arrives. These conversations provide a deeper connection with those you love and should take place before they have to.
2. Only Old People Die
Many people fail to make funeral pre-arrangements because they often think they have plenty of time to do so. While this statement may be true for some, it is untrue for others. While the average life expectancy for a man in the U.S. is 74.5 years old and 80.2 years old for a woman, there are no guarantees.
People of all ages die every day. The deaths range from newborns to the elderly, with every generation represented in between. While death can come from age-related illnesses, it can also come from accidents and disease. There are no guarantees for anyone.
3. Your Family Already Know Your Wishes
Many people fail to make pre-arrangements because they feel their families already know their wants and wishes. While knowing your preferences may be the first step in planning your service after your death, pre-planning arrangements ensure your family meets your wants and desires.
Pre-arrangements allow you to personally meet with the funeral home and pick out all of the components of your services. Once you pick them out, the funeral home will record your wishes and assist you in setting up pre-payment arrangements. This way, you know you will get what you want.
For more info about pre-arrangements, contact a local company.
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