The passing of a loved one is a trying time. In addition to losing a close friend or family member, you may also have to assume the difficult task of arranging a funeral or memorial service. Planning a service can include filing a death certificate, writing an obituary, and purchasing items such as an urn or casket. These details can be overwhelming in the midst of your grief, and you might find that you are unable to handle everything on your own.

To make the funeral planning process easier, many people turn to funeral directors. To learn more about how a funeral director can help you during this time, continue reading below.

Help With Funeral Planning

Funeral directors help with all aspects of planning your loved one’s service. They can review any pre-arrangements the departed may have made regarding the service or burial, and work to fulfill their last wishes. If there is no will or pre-arrangement in place, the funeral director can help you to choose the type of service you would like to have, and offer a broad selection of caskets, urns, and tombstones. 

Verify Paperwork

There is a significant amount of paperwork which must be processed before the service can take place. This includes filing for a death certificate, reviewing the will and testament, and submitting any coroner’s reports to local authorities. The funeral director will help to review and verify that this paperwork is correct so you can focus on preparing for the service.

Create Programs & an Obituary

Most funeral directors will take on the task of publicizing the passing and service. This typically includes preparing an obituary and publishing it on their website and in the local paper. Directors may also help to create programs and keepsakes which are to be handed out at the funeral home on the day of the service.

Offer Support During This Time

A funeral director’s most important role is to offer support during this time. They should be empathetic and understanding towards the pain you may be experiencing. You should feel comfortable enough to look to them for support during this time, and not feel pressured into a service that is beyond your means.

For help planning a funeral in the Cincinnati, OH, area, or to speak to an experienced funeral director, contact Meyer & Geiser Funeral Home by calling (513) 921-4144. For over a century, this funeral home has provided families in the area with the detailed, compassionate support they need during this time. To learn more about their services, or for information regarding grief support, visit their website today.