funeral planning checklist for pastors

0000035166 00000 n /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] 0000001276 00000 n endobj Get emailed a funeral planning checklist now. Download. We'll help you get your affairs in order and make sure nothing is left out. Post-funeral pastoral care: Put on the elder agenda a follow up with the family of the deceased 3-6 months after the funeral.The following checklist items also apply if funeral visitation/service is held at New Hope Church: Schedule use of facility for visitation/service Designate (deacon) in charge of service for unlocking/locking building, receiving floral deliveries etc. 0000067450 00000 n << /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Rotate 0 /Type /Page /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Tabs /S /Contents 42 0 R 0000004556 00000 n xAz{vfv9HPLJUPLMvU`SE q8r%:bu9jV?df{fgzwy=W}~TW" F?ztj~lp( qRo| @O/7z,> 4\JeFOz =1mojNO [zhxtO' O&i sz Z+iZX}" hP( WC 0000031717 00000 n endobj 3 0 obj << << /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Resources 41 0 R In the process, take note of stories and defining marks in their lives. We will talk about your familys traditions, your loved ones wishes and any religious requirements you might have. >> This website uses cookies to improve your experience. /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] stream If they don't easily describe what they do and don't like, or you don't get a lot from them in general . % <>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> Mother's full name, including maiden name. <> 0000002413 00000 n Loss is hard. /Parent 2 0 R 10 0 obj << Be sure to shake hands and give encouraging words with immediate family members. This easy, step-by-step guide will help you manage the process during this trying time. /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] 1. The funeral director will guide you through the much of the planning process Use the following checklist to when meeting with your funeral director. 3 ` c. h h h h h c. x. /Creator (Canva) No matter how old a person has lived or how long a family has prepared for the departure of their loved ones, it is still "too located at the bottom of this page. to avoiding a negative outcome. endobj << /Rotate 0 /CreationDate (D:20230223200201+00'00') /Rotate 0 Date and place of birth. Complete a funeral planning guide. endstream /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Tabs /S In most cases, it needs to be signed by a physician, who will also indicate the cause of death. 25 0 R 26 0 R 27 0 R 28 0 R] 8 0 obj <> endobj Keep in mind when writing a eulogy that it doesn't have to be perfect; it is meant to be a touching tribute to a loved one. ?. /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] If you want to prearrange your funeral, you can opt for funeral insurance through a funeral home, which sometimes offers a guarantee of their current prices. Note: There will be no charge for use of the building for funerals if the deceased is an immediate family member of a church member. 0000035606 00000 n Cake offers its users do-it-yourself online forms to complete their own wills and granted by Pastoral Care Inc. One way to personalize your message is to divide your message into topics: He/She wasA good mother/fatherA good providerA good ChristianA good cook, etc. /StructParents 0 /Rotate 0 A good funeral requires the sensitivity and comfort only a minister can provide. << When planning your funeral, or a funeral for a loved one, there are many choices to make. Get Help Choose a funeral home Choose an officiant for the service Have a support person Ask family and friends to help with other tasks Consider funeral costs and accepting donations 2. /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Contents 71 0 R /Rotate 0 Scores 4.79 with 438 votes 38 tasks personal, event Share via: Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Whatsapp Preparations Collect personal information for obituary. Prepared by Nila Dimangondayao Version 5 DATE \@ "M/d/yyyy" 6/11/2019 TIME \@ "h:mm:ss am/pm" 3:04:06 PM Page PAGE 1 of NUMPAGES 2 ) 9 > V <> Copyright 2022 Pastoral Care Inc. All Rights Reserved. /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] homecoming ceremony. A minister will be standing at the head of the open casket. /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] 0000067188 00000 n /ViewerPreferences 3 0 R This worksheet may be used by: an individual making their advance plans known, or a family planning the funeral of a loved one nearing death or recently deceased. /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] 0000002923 00000 n endobj That brings the total to about $10,000 for many funerals and memorial services. startxref /Tabs /S /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] This link will open in a new window. <>/Metadata 441 0 R/ViewerPreferences 442 0 R>> 3. they want to be involved in the service, special songs, music, poems, or scripture readings, obituary, testimonials, sermon, and benediction. endobj /StructParents 3 Call the funeral director; Call the church office (585.271.6513); Call close friends or family who can provide personal support. /Type /Page 1 0 obj We will ask questions about your loved one in order to help you plan the most fitting tribute. stream Talk slowly and be sensitive of their loss. lives to Christ. /Annots [] /Contents 52 0 R >> The role of the pastor is vital during these crucial times. /Rotate 0 Check your calendar to make sure it all works with your schedule write it down somewhere so you won't forget. /StructParents 2 At the funeral arrangement conference, we will begin the process of planning a funeral and discuss options for burial. Once your loved one has passed, check filing cabinets or the safety deposit box to locate prearrangement paperwork. /Type /Catalog Store a copy of your will, marriage and birth certificates, veterans discharge papers, military service records, life and health insurance policies, social security information, and other estate planning documents where your next of kin can easily find them. Planning a funeral, memorial service or celebration of life can be stressful. /Contents 48 0 R /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Contents 69 0 R Pastor to ensure that the funeral rites are available for these persons. Put your wishes in a voice or video recording. . /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] The following checklist details what we need: Coping with the death of a family member or friend isnt easy, but when you choose a Dignity Memorial provider, we pledge to help you plan a fitting tribute, handling all of the details so that you can be with friends and family when you need it most. /Rotate 0 endobj /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] endobj Checklist for Church Events, Equipment Rentals, Weddings, and Funerals Events Checklist Letting your members use church facilities for special family events is one of the ways your members and their relatives or friends form a special bond with your church. Choose final touches Discuss cosmetology and hairdressing for the deceased with the funeral director. to websites, is prohibited unless written permission 4 0 obj The church is never trying to discriminate anyone. You can also use the following funeral checklists to help guide you. Address at the time of death. Contact a funeral provider to help you create a plan that ensures your wishes will be followed. Full article can be viewed and printed with Word or PDF formats at the links Driving your personal car is permitted. /Parent 2 0 R Write your own obituary or gather important biographical information for your obituary. /Rotate 0 Grief experts all agree: a ceremony is an important part of the healing process. 3 0 obj /StructParents 1 If you want to plan ahead for your funeral wishes or plan a funeral for a loved one, the checklist below will help you in making important decisions. endobj So don't pay for a funeral without checking with more than one funeral home. /Parent 2 0 R 0000001677 00000 n poem, or perhaps sing a hymn. These are practical, essential steps to inform others and set a strong foundation. Facing some of those choices now will make the process less demanding for your loved ones later. /Contents 62 0 R /Rotate 0 Instagram. 9 0 obj Here is a checklist for funeral planning: Make an appointment. Any information you provide to Cake, and all communications between you and Cake, . It should be held in the church if at all possible and at a time when members of the congregation can be present. stream /Parent 2 0 R A pastor's role is more than just speaking words of comfort, it is listening and being there when family members need you the most. endobj <> No matter how old a person has lived or how long a family has prepared for the departure of their loved ones, it is still "too jrhL zb7K[4= PRQoitGf[SO T}sozi 4Zub%MO T=^gL|Z=m~v \wO3i biT\,i 4\/{ ^Y=4 ?:='0z ,E_nON{> Viz>MO }iDp} LrTi t}vqb |bz h- JoN1LO d4 ZE>Z$=m= h?IL h)O4 'i{i 4(zar6 ~1mo#z n0T |e4 D6rzZ=mTO =:9sZ1mocz k2{r @)gs1UO w^-i pB*ux = fMf1XO Km= 3qk=- 4w4 L>Y/4 . /Type /Page Items to be considered as part of the Funeral Service are as follows: Reading of the obituary Eulogy Comments by family members Sharing of the gospel Open mic sharing by congregation Special music Congregational singing Pastoral Prayer Instructions to attendees for burial and funeral luncheon Dismissal Confirm with family if they would like a bulletin made for the memorial service Email is sent to congregation with funeral details as they are known. /Type /Page 0000031801 00000 n Facing some of those choices now will make the process less demanding for your loved ones later. So really a . /Contents 36 0 R /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /StructParents 1 Funeral Arrangements In preparation for the funeral to celebrate the life of a loved one, congregants need to make several major decisions within forty-eighty hours of the death. 0000000016 00000 n But if you are planning the reception, you can choose to have it anywhere; there are no set rules as to the location. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] endobj /Annots [] /Parent 2 0 R 0 0 =, - 0>_ j , ). generalized educational content about wills. More on planning a funeral in this article from Regions. /Tabs /S /Resources 57 0 R All material is intended for << 24 0 obj /Annots [73 0 R 74 0 R 75 0 R] <> << 0 h =. ?. /Resources 72 0 R 0 0 0 h v =. /Rotate 0 /Resources 67 0 R ?. This link will open in a new window. endobj /StructParents 4 0000002134 00000 n 1 0 obj /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Tabs /S Our expert guidance can make your life a little easier during this time. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Many users would be better served consulting an attorney than using a do-it-yourself online Offer the assurance and comfort through Jesus Christ. endobj endobj A Funeral Planning Checklist helps you plan a funeral. Location that reflects the persons interests such as a park, a golf course, a lake, garden, beach, event center, theater, art gallery, church, or stadium. endobj x}[q{@{x HN {s*gd$X,gS{-scT?__4Ux?_]ERcgj?K{Iigu60ag[}QU~8jKm. But not all final expense plans give you the option to pre-plan your funeral. This booklet will outline for you how to prepare for meeting the pastor, frequently asked questions, as well as steps you may want to think about after the funeral - practically, emotionally, and spiritually. /Type /Pages >> At the burial plot, stand at the head of the casket if possible. Facebook. /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Consider embalming the body. where you step and stand due to ground being soft). Now you can focus on leaving a legacy instead of a mess. 5 0 obj scattered or interred) 0000005780 00000 n Download the checklist using the form below. 6 0 obj /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] When someone dies, there are many decisions to make: where to hold the funeral or memorial service, whether to have a traditional funeral or a modern celebration of life, whether traditional burial or cremation is more fitting, which funeral home to choose and so much more. Verbally share your final wishes (but do not rely solely on verbal instructions, as loved ones may forget or disagree on what you said you wanted!). $ h0 hb```a````c`(`a@ PcCg8Lf&rq$ykIw@l(bIa33l L'X5" .eR2"0+p`bPX0x]V?0&0X3.l`tL. 2109 Luann Lane- Madison, Wisconsin 53713 Phone: 608-661-3678 1650 East Huebee Parkway-Beloit, Wisconsin 53511 Phone: 608-368-8143 Vital Statistics Record . appropriate, use it. 8 0 obj Most often, it's because of a personal relationship a person had . /Resources 70 0 R 02. They are searching for comfort. endobj << /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Again, allow the Holy Spirit to guide you as you prepare for this 56 0 obj <>stream Most will provide the cash to pay for your funeral but don't include any funeral planning options. 5 0 obj /Parent 2 0 R 2 0 obj endobj Decide on scripture readings that either meant something to the person who died or that you think will bring. Verbally share your final wishes (but do not rely solely on verbal instructions, as loved ones may forget or disagree on what you said you wanted!). All Rights Reserved. /Type /Page /StructParents 2 These are the elements, other pastors /Annots [] <> are not protected by an attorney-client privilege and are instead governed by our Privacy Policy. /Contents 76 0 R Choose an alternate location if you want to have the service outdoors in case of inclement weather. /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Before viewing, the following need to be made ready: Mic setup (sound check) Stage setup Before the memorial service, Make sure sound system is on. lives to Christ. The form on the next page will help your church accomplish that. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Listed below are ideas that may be able to help you during this time. /Parent 2 0 R >> >> The funeral director. Share your form with others << /Annots [] Weve created a simplified funeral planning checklist to guide you through these essential tasks after a death occurs. /Contents 66 0 R Groups with different ideas, lifestyles, and beliefs may cause an undue strain on the church and places it in an uncomfortable position. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] endobj /Producer (Canva) of an actual attorney. /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] 5. The original certificate is retained by the health department, which issues certified copies. 0000030983 00000 n /Rotate 0 /Resources 47 0 R Planning the funeral: Next, we walk you through how to plan a funeral and the questions to ask. By clicking "Accept", you agree to our website's cookie use as described in our Cookie Policy. Try this question: If you could describe _____ in one word, what would it be? 9 0 obj 0000093565 00000 n They only allow their own members and families to use them. 23 0 obj PDF. This Funeral Planning Worksheet will lead you through a variety of decisions. Allow the Holy Spirit to guide you along the way. /Title (Planning a Loving Funeral) /ProcSet [/PDF /Text /ImageB /ImageC /ImageI] Worship Director coordinates with undertaker re elements of service planner at least an hour before memorial service begins. /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] It's an honor and privilege if you are asked to give the eulogy at a family member's or friend's funeral or memorial service. /Rotate 0 Role of Pastor and Church Staff The pastor will assist in planning the type of service you desire and will b e the contact between the church and funeral home. Eulogist (s), who will write and deliver a eulogy about the deceased. Copyright 2022 Pastoral Care Inc. All Rights Reserved. The form on the next page will help your church accomplish that. Size: 350.1 KB. endobj 0000010030 00000 n The pastor's designated assistant will help both you and him with details of planning the funeral. endobj <> Some parishes have a helpful checklist of things to be considered. A typical funeral with viewing and burial costs $8,755, according to the National Funeral Directors Association. << <> 0000003784 00000 n wExHv=)\K>o/M($ <> /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Annots [] /Tabs /S This Funeral Planning Worksheet will lead you through a variety of decisions. Put your wishes in a voice or video recording. Remain to greet others and be available for family members. /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Most of the time, you have complete control over what is said at your or your loved one's graveside burial service. /Annots [] There are times in the ministers life when they called upon him to comfort the family. With a. Seating will be conducted by the funeral home. endobj Why no do yourself a favor and look up the Internet for various funeral form templates. 3. (Be careful of /Type /Page endobj Theres a lot to consider, and your funeral planning adviser will guide you every step of the way, assisting you with all the details of a memorial service or burial. This checklist is designed to be an inclusive, understanding guide through funeral planning. endobj Be sure to give endobj Funeral Planning Checklist Excellent. Whether youre experiencing a loss or helping someone else through this difficult time, its important to know what next steps to take. /Contents 46 0 R Capture stories. /StructParents 0 /Resources 61 0 R 03. New pastors often feel uncomfortable and unsure whether their words will bring comfort. 2 0 obj What is a Non-Religious Funeral Service? /StructParents 0 << ] X]by M f0. cares for their feelings and loss. <> The certificate then goes to the health department for registration and recording. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Font 83 0 R %PDF-1.7 The most /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Contents 58 0 R <> can do this by standing and using your hands to signal for congregation to stand and when to sit down. And by letting your family know how you'd like your funeral or memorial service to be, they'll have less difficult and complicated decisions to make during a difficult emotional time. << Getting all the necessary information upfront and making sure to ask the right questions helps 0000119912 00000 n 0000007565 00000 n 17 0 obj 7 0 obj /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] being there when family members need you the most. /Parent 2 0 R /Type /Page trailer a8H>+ Cgep/rxMZa`ly':%ggB$o ED^46wg Provide materials/books on grieving if needed. ensure a successful event. 0000006429 00000 n Give them your card and ask them to call if they need you. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. endobj /Contents 64 0 R /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] H\0}\D Bk+b>iWFIoqN"|93d?n T$=C:it;K?x$?2lK3W*OKC72(DK^mcnV9 $"ffP7dks n"*2?=/wm]2UcH5$"c|Im-@khJA^K35:(A)"W@9Y@i *T=(@>K!2tqi?<=)Hpb _kn1O. When schedule of delivery of flowers is known, staff person needs to be present to receive them. 2 0 obj cemetery plot or vault) Obtain burial permit Choose burial container or casket Decide on type of memorial and inscription (e.g. /Resources 51 0 R suffered through long illnesses. This link will open in a new window. It's often seen as easier not to have a memorial service or funeral, and it's certainly seen as a less expensive alternative. <> endobj t C & 2 3 C { ! You need to treat it like any other large purchase. If you are paying for services at the time of need, you can ask family members to help pay for different parts of the funeral or to contribute in different ways, such as bringing food or sending flowers.  I s - 2 L U # hq hq hq 5hq hC29 hWF hC29 5 hWF 5 hC29 5 hn 5hn hn h CJ aJ h hWF h\- h\- h\- 5h\- ha. hn hG 5hG hG 5CJ hn 5CJ 8 0 Q _ v Here is a printable 2-page version of our Simple Funeral Planning Checklist. People grieve differently. 8 0 obj /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] 8 49 The church loves everyone and has a desire for everyone to surrender their endobj Contact your pastor, the pastoral minister, the liturgist or other staff person in charge of funeral planning. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Invoke the Communication Process to ensure that people are informed. /Type /Page %PDF-1.5 /Rotate 0 You may wish to print programs for the service. This link will open in a new window. >> Speaker such as a clergy member or funeral celebrant, Pallbearers, eulogist, assistants, and attendees, Monument, memorial, or virtual memorials, such as a grave marker, headstone, video tribute, or online memorial website, Memorial contributions to charity organizations, Burial in a private cemetery, veterans cemetery, or on private property, Scattering of cremated body at sea, in a park, on private property, or in a memorial garden (with permission of local municipality), Keepsake jewelry, such as cremation jewelry. This complete funeral planning guide includes a checklist of the steps to take when a loved one dies. Choosing funeral music, scriptures, prayers, and readings Organising transportation- for family and the deceased Organising flower arrangements Writing an obituary and submitting it to newspapers (If desired) Choosing a speaker for the eulogy Deciding on pallbearers Organising a wake or ceremony after the service (Location and catering) Plan the type of funeral service you will be having. 0000002542 00000 n /Type /Page endobj /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] endobj >> 30 0 obj /Annots [] Full article can be viewed and printed with Word or PDF formats at the links /Version /1.4 Express preferences for the viewing/service. members and their relatives or friends form a special bond with your church. ?. <> Support the grieving family by surrounding them with caring friends, co-workers, and neighbors. It is helpful to give each person a few minutes to ponder the question and then allow the group to bounce ideas off each other. To personalize the service, you should also consider the following, as applicable: Officiant (s) who will lead the service, such as a clergy member, celebrant, funeral director, etc. %PDF-1.4 % Full Printable Version Listed Below. to the family. Choose the type of disposition you'd like: Burial Cremation Green burial (eco-friendly) /Annots [] <> Families have just lost loved ones, either tragically taken or have Check back with family members the days before the funeral as well as after the funeral. endobj Choose an officiant to lead the service (e.g., religious leader, family member, friend). After the viewing has been completed and the funeral directors have closed the casket, lead those carrying the casket out to the hearse. /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Resources 53 0 R No one wants to undergo a tiring process. 2. 0000003345 00000 n /Tabs /S >> <>/Metadata 540 0 R/ViewerPreferences 541 0 R>> /DisplayDocTitle true ?. Funeral Planning Checklist If you want to plan ahead for your funeral wishes or plan a funeral for a loved one, the checklist below will help you in making important decisions. /Parent 2 0 R Edit your funeral planning checklist pdf online Type text, add images, blackout confidential details, add comments, highlights and more. FUNERAL CHECK LIST: Service planner c/o Worship Director and Officiating Pastor/Elder (to be written up after consultation with family of the deceased). Worship Director notifies funeral service participants of their responsibilities. 0000009198 00000 n /Tabs /S /Type /Page using the stories that 1 In One Word. <> For information about opting out, click here. /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] The following checklist details what we need: Your loved one's full name. Honoraria: Christian Undertakers will incorporate an honorarium fee of $50.00 each for the speaker and musician/s for the funeral services of someone from a non-member family. x]O0+?)oB2:1QEkC4,MA;IMBIp/$/Y|?dpxgx20 /Parent 2 0 R << Cars - for relatives and close friends Casket type 0000010145 00000 n 11 0 obj <>>> >> /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] After death, a Pastor of PCOC will meet with family members and review your worksheet to form the funeral or memorial service. 7 0 obj /Parent 2 0 R Well discuss what should be included in an obituary, what elements would mean the most in a funeral or memorial service and more. >> endobj Select a cremation container If cremation was chosen, select an urn or niche space and a cremation container. /Rotate 0 /Rotate 0 The responsibility of funeral planning can be challenging, but Dignity Memorial professionals have extensive experience working with people in the midst of grief. /Type /Page /Annots [] As we've said, we've got the experience which could make planning a memorial service easier for you and your family. /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] 0000001569 00000 n as distribution, promoting one's ministry or adding to websites, is prohibited unless written permission granted by Pastoral Care Inc. Changing Services from Traditional to Contemporary, Effective Communication To Deal With Change, Funeral, Wedding, Equipment Use Checklist, How to Download the Pastoral Care Phone App, Use of Building Agreement with Outside Entities, 31 Days of Prayer for the Pastor, Church, & Others, What To Do When Someone Leaves Your Church, Pornography and Narcissistic Personalities, Ecclesiastical Guidelines for Ministers Affected by Pornography, Crisis: Role of a Caregiver during a Crisis, Suggested Goals for a Successful Marriage, Checklist for Church Events, Equipment Rentals, Weddings, and Funerals. /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] this stance. endstream endobj 9 0 obj <>>> endobj 10 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageC]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/TrimBox[0.0 0.0 612.0 792.0]/Type/Page>> endobj 11 0 obj <> endobj 12 0 obj <> endobj 13 0 obj <> endobj 14 0 obj <> endobj 15 0 obj <> endobj 16 0 obj [/Separation/PANTONE#20302#20C/DeviceCMYK<>] endobj 17 0 obj <> endobj 18 0 obj <> endobj 19 0 obj [39 0 R] endobj 20 0 obj <>stream endobj Funeral checklist. 4 0 obj Step 2: Look for a Professional Funeral Form Template. They only allow their own members and families to use them. 4. Or, you might sense what they did or didn't like by the tone of their voice. /Tabs /S Rather than mourning the loss of the deceased, the purpose is to celebrate the joy the deceased brought to others during their lifetime. Funeral Services. <> Feel free to add readings and play music that reflects the spirit of the person who died to add depth and emotional impact. endobj >> NOTE: Due to recent rulings on alternative lifestyles and marriages, many churches have chosen to not lease or allow outside parties to use their facilities or equipment. 0000009749 00000 n lead you through a variety of decisions. Locate Any Prearrangements. 15 0 obj This particular type of funeral checklist is created to ensure that payments for the suppliers are completed or to be reminded of other obligations and activities that are necessary to be done once the funeral program ends. 20 0 obj (Note: Sometimes we know about flower delivery; other times we are not advised.) We've broken funeral planning down into these simple steps: Start planning Choosing a funeral director Choose a burial or cremation Work out how much the funeral will cost Arrange the funeral service Plan the wake You can help protect your loved ones from funeral costs with an over 50s life insurance plan or a Protected Funeral Payout Plan. Select accessories Choose clothing, jewelry, and glasses for the deceased. 2. Any other use, such >> Honor your loved one with a free online memorial. 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