The loss of a loved one can be a taxing time for the whole family. With emotions running high, planning to be done, and arrangements to be made, many people find themselves in need of a helping hand when it comes to funeral planning. To provide a much-needed support system during this difficult time, the staff at Brater-Winter Funeral Home in Cincinnati, OH, shares three steps for planning a memorable funeral.

3 Steps of Funeral Planning

1. Pre-Arrangements

The first thing to do when a loved one passes is to determine if any pre-arrangements have been made. Sometimes, the deceased may have taken it upon themselves to pre-plan their services by making certain decisions regarding the burial and selecting funeral items in advance. The purpose of these pre-arrangements is to help relieve the logistical and financial stresses from those left behind. However, sometimes families only record their wishes and  never prepaid their funeral arrangements. If pre-arrangements have not been made, the family will be responsible for making all the decisions surrounding the funeral arrangements. 

2. Funeral Services

After pre-arrangements have been addressed, it’s time to meet with a funeral director to make service arrangements. First, you must decide the type of services you would like. Traditional funeral with visitation, celebration of life service, memorial service with gathering of friends or no services at all. Depending on how the death occurred families may elect for a private visitation for close family and friends rather than a public visitation. After determining the type of services then you will need to determine the type of disposition either burial or cremation. The funeral home will also gather other important details needed for the funeral to go as smoothly as possible.

3. Memorial Items

If cemetery property has not already been purchased, family members will meet with the officials of their selected cemetery to purchase a plot, crypt, or niche depending on their wishes. Families moving forward with a burial should be advised that pricing will largely depend on the location of the space and the size and style of the plot.

If you need help with funeral planning, put your trust in Brater-Winter Funeral Home in Cinncinati, OH. This respected business helps families throughout the entire process, from planning funeral arrangements and arranging memorable cremation or funeral services to assisting with the burial process. It is their mission to create highly personalized services so families can honor their loved ones and celebrate a life well-lived. To speak with a caring and compassionate funeral director, give them a call today at (513) 941-1940 or visit their website for more information on the team and their facility. You can also find them on Facebook.