Planning a funeral can be overwhelming, especially when the cost begins to rise. At Arndt Funeral Home, the licensed funeral directors have more than 40 years of experience helping families in Rochester, NY, plan affordable funerals. According to the National Funeral Directors Association, the average price of a funeral is $6,580. In addition to having general prices lists available, Arndt Funeral Home works with families to put together a personalized package that meets their budget.

A full-service funeral home, Arndt Funeral Home offers pre-need funeral arrangements, funeral services, cremation and memorial services. If you are planning a celebration of life for your loved one, here are three ways Arndt Funeral Home can help you plan the funeral services on a budget:

• Shop Around: Many people choose a funeral home based on how close it is to their home. However, it’s important to choose a funeral home that will help you plan an affordable funeral. At Arndt Funeral home, the funeral directors work with families to plan a memorable celebration of life without breaking the bank.

• Choose Cremation: Arndt Funeral Home offers many types of caskets, ranging from standard steel caskets to solid hardwood caskets. Although there are some economical options, one way to have a more cost-effective funeral is to choose cremation. Arndt Funeral Home offers many options for cremation, including direct cremation, calling hours and then cremation, and cremation following a memorial service.
• Make Pre-need Arrangements: Many times, funerals can become expensive affairs because people often don’t know what the typical costs for goods and services should be. Funeral pre-planning is one of the best ways to save money. When you pre-pay for the funeral arrangements at Arndt Funeral Home, you lock in the price today. Additionally, when you pre-pay, more of your assets will go directly to your family following your death. Making pre-need arrangements also helps your family limit additional expenses at the time of the funeral.

Celebrations of life can be as elaborate and expensive or as affordable and simple as you want. The funeral directors at Arndt Funeral Home have experience working with families with every budget. For more information about the full-service funeral home in Rochester, New York, visit the Arndt Funeral Home website or call (585) 225-6350.