Funeral arrangements are never easy, and it’s not uncommon to feel overwhelmed while making them. Whether you have planned a funeral before or are unsure of where to turn for answers, a funeral director will anticipate and address your needs. Holman-Howe Funeral Homes in Seymour, MO, will ease the burden of funeral planning so those left behind can begin the grieving process.  

As you start to plan the service, a funeral director will request the name and age of your loved one, information about their passions in life, and other details to understand them better and provide an appropriate obituary. They also will gather information from the hospital or medical facility to fulfill state requirements and receive a death certificate.

A funeral director will provide information about burial and cremation, then guide the family through more detailed and challenging matters about the service once a method has been chosen. The choice of casket or urn and whether there will be a graveside memorial or church service are just a few decisions a funeral director will help you make. An experienced funeral director will help loved ones through the process with as little trauma as possible.

A funeral director will ensure the memorial is as public or intimate as the family prefers. They also will help you coordinate flower arrangements, music, catering, and other comforting elements of the service.

Many of these decisions will have been made if the deceased met with a funeral director about pre-arrangement services. However, an experienced funeral director will provide additional support, including grief assistance, to those left behind.

Saying goodbye is never easy, and the stress of planning a funeral can make it more difficult. An experienced, compassionate funeral director like the ones at Holman-Howe Funeral Homes will be sensitive to your needs and ease the burden as much as possible. Call (417) 532-4061 or visit their website, where you’ll find more information about their services, including grief support.