When a friend or a loved one passes away, it can be hard to handle normal daily routines, let alone plan a memorial service. Fortunately, funeral directors are on hand to take care of every aspect of your loved one’s final plans. Here is a little more information on what a funeral director does and how they can help you. 

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What Does A Funeral Director Do?

Funeral directors are trained to handle all of the logistics involved with a funeral, ranging from picking up the body and preparing it for the service to helping family members through the planning process. Common responsibilities include consulting with family members regarding the wishes of the deceased, gathering information for the obituary, making arrangements with the cemetery, filing death certificates, and helping notify friends and family who may not know about the death. On the day of the memorial service, the funeral director will work with the family to make sure the funeral goes as planned.

How Can They Help You? 

Since most funeral directors receive training in grief counseling and mediation, one of the greatest services offered by funeral directors is helping families through the difficult process of burying or cremating a loved one. In addition to offering emotional support, funeral directors take care of all of the details so that you can focus on celebrating the life of your friend or family member.

If you are faced with planning an upcoming funeral and you don’t know where to start, contact the professionals at Whitley's Funeral Home in Kannapolis, NC. With a focus on families and celebrating the life of your loved ones, this team of caring specialists can help you with everything from handling pre-arrangements and setting up donation services to creating a touching video tribute. To learn more about their services, visit them online or call (704) 933-2222.