When you lose a loved one, you want to bid them a heartfelt final farewell. Organizing their funeral is your opportunity to pay the departed individual a tribute fitting the legacy they leave behind. The task may seem an uphill one as you cope with your grief, but it helps to get an idea of how long it takes to make all the arrangements.

How Much Time Do Funeral Arrangements Take?

Before making any final decisions, it helps to keep the following considerations in mind.

Pre-Planned Funerals

Find out if your late relative opted for pre-planned funeral services. This will give you a clear idea of their preferences and help you save time while making important decisions regarding their final ceremony.

Funeral Services

In the absence of pre-planned services, consult the dirctor at your local funeral home to discuss the proceedings. Specify any religious or cultural requirements, so they can tailor the services accordingly. Once these arrangements are made, you can hold the funeral by the next day or choose to wait for a few days.

Type of Viewing

Depending on the prior wishes of the deceased or surviving family members wishes, you can arrange to have a private family viewing and have the casket closed for the public or have the casket open for the public to view.  In some instances, the family may desire to have the casket closed without a viewing taking place.  A funeral home can respectfully carry out the family’s wishes for the services once those decisions are reached during the arrangements.

Cemetery Arrangements

Traditional burial services mean arrangements must be made for a plot and casket. The decisions involved may require time and consultations with other family members. Cremation, on the other hand, may or may not involve burial and cemetery arrangements. 

Turn to the compassionate team at Bach-Yager Funeral Chapel to help you put together a beautiful and touching final ceremony for your family member. The family-owned funeral home in Columbia, MO, adds a personalized touch to all their services. For further information about the heartfelt solutions they offer, call (573) 441-2932 or visit their website.