1. Outstanding Communication Skills

2. Dependability

The funeral director is a family's source of support and comfort during the planning process. In this context, being professional means being punctual and answering queries quickly to remove much of the stress families feel while they are in mourning.  The entire funeral home staff should also be able to direct clients to outside grief counseling resources as needed.

3. Compassion

Perhaps the most important quality a funeral director can have is compassion. Everyone deals with the loss of a loved one differently, and it is the director’s job to understand this and help grieving family members cope with their emotions. These professionals should have a calm, respectful, gentle demeanor that makes families feel at ease during the funeral planning process.

You can rely on the talented, empathetic team at Robert W. Waid Funeral Home in Meadville, PA, for all of your end-of-life needs. They have provided compassionate, detail-oriented services for the past 100 years, with staff available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Call (814) 724-1021 to speak with a funeral director or visit the website to learn more about planning a meaningful service.