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Questions about
funerals...
Can
I create the type of service that I want to have?
Yes,
and we encourage you to do so. By adding special touches like bringing
pictures and mementos, playing special music, or any other ideas you may
have, you can create the kind of atmosphere or service that will make for
a more meaningful and healing experience.
How
many pallbearers do we need? Who should we use?
Generally,
six pallbearers are sufficient. If there are friends who would not be
physically able to be pallbearers you may want to consider using them as
"Honorary Pallbearers". You may chose whomever you want
to be a pallbearer, family friends, family members or anyone who you
think would be appropriate. Remember that women are also capable of being
pallbearers.
What
do we do when death occurs out of the state?
If
someone has died out of state, the first thing to do is call the funeral
home that you would like to use for services. If that funeral home is in
another state- that is OK-
they will take care of everything from there and you needn’t contact a
funeral home in the area. Depending on what services you
have chosen, either tradition funeral or cremation- the funeral director
will handle all arrangements for you. Most airlines offer a special bereavement fare and
we can assist you in booking your flight if needed.
What
do I do if there are family members out of town?
It is
quite common in today’s mobile society that family members may live out
of town and will have to come back for services. We understand that it
may be necessary to accommodate the family by scheduling the services so
that all those who wish to attend may do so. In our experience, those who are out of town can obtain flights
with minimal difficulty and can return for services without too much
delay. The airlines will usually accommodate families and even offer a
bereavement fare.
(We provide any notice of death that the airline may require to obtain this fare).
We
recognize that the cost of a traditional funeral may be beyond the
resources of some families. Please feel free to speak with us so that we
may address your needs regardless of your situation.
If you
have any questions regarding funeral services please do not hesitate to
call or e-mail us.
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