Funeral planning involves many important decisions, and choosing pallbearers is just one of them. A vital part of the funeral, those chosen to carry the casket should be honorable individuals you can trust in the toughest of times. 

In Stratford, CT, Adzima Funeral Home is the most trusted choice for funeral planning. For over 100 years, this family-run funeral home has helped clients in their most difficult moments by providing a compassionate and supportive team. Here, they explain three important things to know about choosing pallbearers for a funeral: 

• Appropriateness: Depending on the ceremony itself, it may or may not be appropriate to have pallbearers. An open-casket ceremony will already be set up by the funeral home, so there’s no need for pallbearers. During a closed-casket service, pallbearers will first carry the casket into and out of the service venue, and then from the hearse to the final resting place. 
• Who To Choose: Those selected are usually the ones closest to the deceased, such as close family members and friends. In military ceremonies, veterans and active military who served with the deceased are typically chosen. While most people will be honored to accept the task, there are others who might be unavailable or too emotional to do so. Have a careful conversation with prospective pallbearers and keep their considerations in mind. They can still participate in the funeral without taking on the role of a pallbearer.
• Honorary Pallbearers: When making the decision, there might be people willing to serve as pallbearers who are unable to handle the casket, usually due to physical restrictions. If someone is willing to be a pallbearer but cannot physically handle the task, you can still honor them by making them an “honorary pallbearer” who will walk alongside the casket. 

If a family member or friend has recently passed and you’re seeking quality funeral planning services, Stratford, CT’s Adzima Funeral Home offers compassionate services that will honor every life in an endearing way. Visit their website to learn more, or call (203) 375-2200 to speak with a staff member today.