How to Pre-Plan Your Funeral or Memorial Service
It may be uncomfortable to think about your own funeral or memorial service. But, when the time comes, having the proper plans in place will relieve your family of figuring out what you would’ve wanted while they’re grieving. The supportive professionals at Adzima Funeral Home have been helping Stratford, CT, residents pre-arrange their funerals for over a century. Here, they discuss what to consider as you plan your own funeral or memorial service.
Pre-Planning Your Funeral or Memorial Service
Formal Service Specifics
When it comes to the logistics of the service itself, there are many options and traditions to draw from. You can have a funeral service followed by a cremation or burial. You could also add a graveside or crematorium service if you feel that level of closure would be helpful for your family. Or, you could forgo the funeral service and only do a graveside or crematorium service. These, of course, aren’t the only options, but they’re a helpful place to start.
You should also consider whether you want a wake or visiting hours before the funeral. If you want to keep your funeral private, you can offer a memorial service for a wider audience after the funeral itself. Whatever you choose, the more specific you make the order and contents of your service, the easier it will be for your family to implement your wishes.
Personal Service Elements
After you’ve figured out the broad outline for your funeral or memorial service, you need to decide on the personal elements you want included. Who do you want to officiate the services? Where do you want them to occur? Who do you want the pall bearers to be? Who do you want to give eulogies? Are there any special songs or readings you want as a part of the proceedings? All of these details will help make your funeral specific to your life and legacy.
Do you have more questions about pre-planning your funeral or memorial service? Give Adzima Funeral Home in Stratford, CT, a call at (203) 375-2200 to get started on your arrangements. To learn more, visit their website.
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