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At some point, all of us will be faced with the loss of a loved one. We want to honor that person in a dignified, caring way. The prearrangement process gives you the opportunity to make decisions in a businesslike, calm atmosphere. You have the time to make choices not dictated by emotion or time limits. To insure that your wishes are properly honored, consider the advantages of prearranging with Crobaugh-Danaher Funeral Home.
- Why should I prearrange my funeral?
Prearranging your final wishes is a kind and loving gift to your family and friends. While it is hard to face our own mortality, it is equally difficult for family members who must handle one of life’s most traumatic events. Your guidance in planning exactly the way you want to be remembered will ease the emotional burden later on.
Doesn't it make sense to include my funeral wishes in my will?
Yes, you can. However, wills are not necessarily read directly following a death. Funeral arrangements will be made before the will is read and your wishes may not be recognized. It's best to have your funeral plans kept in a safe location where your family can access them immediately.
If I do go to a funeral home for prearranging, what will happen?
The preplanning specialist at your funeral home is-well versed in the funeral service industry and state law. Your specialist will provide you with detailed information on funeral planning and help you arrange your wishes on paper.
Do I have to pay for my funeral at the time I prearrange?
You may prearrange your funeral wishes and not pay for the service. Keep in mind that the cost of funerals continues to rise with inflation. When you fund your funeral, you are assured that the rising cost of your funeral service is assured. This relieves your family of the financial burden. They are free to honor you and look toward the future.
Are there any costs not covered by my prepaid funeral contract?
Often, preneed plans exclude what are called “cash advances” – charges for flowers, death certificates, death notices– because they are supplied by outside firms. Many people choose to establish a discretionary fund for those items in their preneed contract to cover these expenses.
How do I make arrangements to pay for my funeral?
Your preneed specialist can help you with this. Depending on your state laws, your prearrangement funds will be kept in a secure trust or insurance policy. The funds will be adjusted for inflation so that when they are needed, the cost of your funeral is covered.
What if I relocate?
The prearrangement is transferable to any funeral home in the United States, should you relocate.
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