When you begin making funeral arrangements for a lost loved one, you quickly realize that there are more decisions to make than choosing a final resting place. The Whitley’s Funeral Home family in Kannapolis, NC, has been helping other families in the community answer these difficult questions for over 100 years. The staff has provided three important considerations you need to make when tasked with these choices.

3 Important Things to Consider When Making Funeral Arrangements

1. The Deceased’s Last Wishes

If your passed loved one left their final wishes, then it’s extremely important you follow them. Some may have an extremely detailed plan for the funeral home through memorial service instructions, while others simply indicate they want a traditional burial. By working with what was left behind and what you know about your loved one, you can make funeral arrangements that honor them while providing a place for family to gather.

2. The Surviving Family

Funeral arrangements are as much about allowing family and friends to grieve as it is about the burial or cremation process. Including other loved ones will give them a sense of purpose in a difficult time as well as provide opportunities for family members to share happy memories that help the healing process. Finally, be sure these loved ones are included in the obituary so no one feels forgotten as the deceased is publicly remembered.

3. Choosing a Quality Funeral Provider

Choosing a reputable funeral home with a funeral director that makes you feel welcome and comfortable is extremely important in easing the stress of the process. Emphasize referrals or online reviews to give you an idea of those with the longest-standing reputations. Finally, because budget is limited for many people, comparing the cost of cremation and burial services with each provider is important.

Completing funeral arrangements can be a complex process. Save yourself the confusion and stress by utilizing the services of Whitley’s Funeral Home. The compassionate staff will guide you every step of the way, never pressuring you to make a decision you aren’t comfortable with. Give them a call at (704) 933-2222 or contact them through their website.