Grieving the death of a loved one adds to the stress of funeral planning, which is already an involved process. Make planning a little easier by using the following checklist from Meyer & Geiser Funeral Home. The Cincinnati, OH-based funeral home has provided compassionate, personalized funeral services for over a century.

Use the following outline to make as many pre-arrangements as possible:

• General Preparations: Choose a funeral home and collect information for your loved one’s obituary. Compare traditional funeral options with memorial service possibilities to determine what is best for celebrating the life of the departed, and discuss cremation or burial options as well.
• Funeral Displays, Music & Readings: Pick one or more photographs for display during the service, as well as a theme for the floral arrangements. Select music, such as hymns, and any literature or scripture to be read during the service.
• Participants: Choose funeral participants, such as the officiant or clergy, organist, and pallbearers. Talk about who will give the eulogy and perform any readings. Keep in mind that some family members and friends may decline to participate due to overwhelming emotions.
• Cemetery & Service Date: If your loved one is to be buried, select a cemetery as well as a burial plot. Determine the time and date of the service following the loved one’s passing.

In addition to the time and date of the funeral service, you will also have to apply for a burial permit and death certificate after your loved one’s death. Receive the funeral planning help you need by contacting Meyer & Geiser Funeral Home today. Call (513) 921-4144 or visit their website.