The death of a loved one can take an emotional and physical toll on the surviving family members, which is why many people choose to pre-plan their funerals. Doing so helps alleviate stress and removes financial responsibility placed on mourners during trying times. Below are additional reasons to plan your funeral in advance.

3 Benefits Associated With Pre-Arranged Funerals

1. More Time to Consider Options

From choosing between cremation and a traditional burial to what music to play during the service, there will be time to thoroughly examine all options with a funeral director when you decide to pre-plan arrangements. Not only will you have a sense of accomplishment when all items on the to-do list are checked off, but you’ll also take comfort in knowing all requests for your final sendoff will be met.

2. Family Members Won’t be Left to Make Tough Decisions

When someone is grieving, it can be difficult to find the mental and physical energy needed to plan a funeral. By making funeral arrangements in advance, you keep loved ones from having to make tough decisions. This way, they will have more time to process the loss, while finding reassurance in knowing the tribute meets your final wishes. 

3. Flexible Payment Options to Relieve Financial Strain

Regardless of whether the death was unexpected, arranging a funeral can be expensive for the surviving family members. By making arrangements in advance, loved ones won’t be expected to pay for the cost of your service in one lump sum. Flexible payment options are available, which means you can save the money needed to cover costs and make payments in installments over time.

If you are interested in funeral pre-planning in Canandaigua or East Bloomfield, NY, the caring, compassionate staff at Johnson-Kennedy Funeral Home, Inc. is available to provide assistance. To discuss planning a funeral in Canandaigua, call (585) 394-4280, or call (585) 657-7717 to make arrangements in East Bloomfield. Representatives at both locations are available to answer questions. Visit the funeral home online to discover what types of touching tributes they will help create.