Between work, family, and navigating it all, life eats ups most of the hours in a day. For this reason, prearranging a funeral service is probably the last thing people want to think about. However, taking the time now to plan can provide emotional and financial relief to loved ones later.

Prearranging a funeral service doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Here are a few reasons why planning early can be beneficial:

• Helps With Grieving: Having a ceremony arranged beforehand to honor the deceased gives family and friends more time to grieve and process the loss. Rather than having to gather their wits to plan a funeral, the time is spent on reflection, memories, and, ultimately, closure.
• Covers Funeral Costs: Unfortunately, some families have to chip in to cover the cost of a loved one’s funeral service. However, through a funeral trust or life insurance plan, you can arrange payment for the service ahead of time and not worry about others having to pay.
• Arranges Final Wishes: By prearranging a funeral service, you’re in total control of how you want your final wishes to be carried out. From deciding on cremation to a traditional ceremony with gravesite service, writing out your detailed instructions now means there won’t be speculation among your family on what route to take later.

For more than 30 years, S. E. Thomas Funeral & Cremation Services in Thomasville, NC, has earned a stellar reputation for compassionate and professional care when it comes to carrying out a person’s final wishes. Working with the funeral director and experienced staff, you’ll receive the personalized attention you deserve. If you’ve been thinking of prearranging your funeral service but don’t know where to start, call them at (336) 475-1945 to come in for a friendly, no-obligation consultation. Visit their website for extensive information on memorial services and funeral planning.