While you may never be able to prepare for the loss of a loved one on an emotional front, you can brace yourself for the practical aspects. In terms of your own funeral service, pre-planning can also offer peace of mind—that no matter what happens, your wishes will be upheld. If you’re interested in the funeral pre-planning process, use the following guide to prioritize the tasks ahead. 

What Decisions Are Involved in the Funeral Pre-Planning Process? 

1. Type of Service

The first and perhaps most important distinction to make when pre-planning a funeral is to decide between burial or cremation. Do you feel more at peace with the idea of a loved one holding onto your ashes in their home, or spreading them in a place of sentimental value? Would you rather your loved ones visit a headstone in a leafy cemetery? In some cases, you may even want to have your body donated for research purposes.

2. A Trustworthy Funeral Director

To move forward with the proceedings, you’ll need to work with a skilled funeral director who can arrange the details of the service—including reserving a cemetery plot or acting as a liaison with a crematory. It’s important to remember that the individual you work with today will likely be the same person working with your family after your passing. Therefore, you’ll want to choose a professional who is both compassionate and experienced and will take the time to get close with you and your family.

3. The Personalized Touches

Once you have the basics outlined—including how your body will be handled and where the funeral service will be held—you can start arranging the finer details of your celebration of life. From picking out your favorite music to bible verses and poems, you can curate your funeral service from the ground up. In addition to offering you peace of mind, this will also eliminate confusion for your family members by establishing your vision in advance.

If you’re interested in funeral service pre-planning, get in touch with the caring team at Porto Funeral Homes of New Haven County, CT. They will invite you to their trusted establishment to discuss the details of your future service, as well as help you sort out the financial matters. For more information on their services, visit the website. You can also call (203) 467-3000 to speak to a representative in East Haven or (203) 934-5000 to reach their West Haven location.