Funeral planning is a multi-faceted process that consists of many moving parts. From coordinating paperwork to arranging transportation and preparing the funeral facility, there’s a lot that goes on behind the scenes. To learn more about the planning process, here are answers to four frequently asked questions about funeral planning.

4 Funeral Planning FAQ

What does a funeral entail? 

When a loved one passes, families often hold a funeral prior to the burial or cremation to recognize and honor a life well-lived. This gives friends and family members an opportunity to pay their respects and mourn in a supportive, tight-knit environment. A funeral service can either be arranged according to your loved one’s wishes (if they’ve been made available) or it can be set up according to the family’s preferences and religious beliefs. These services are typically held at a funeral home or other appropriate place of worship.

What’s typically included in a funeral plan? 

Many individuals will establish a funeral plan prior to their passing so that families can arrange a funeral that meets their wishes. These plans may include the preference toward cremation or burial, the facility where they wish to be buried or cremated in, ceremonial details, and preferences for a headstone or urn. Typically, these instructions will be kept with your loved one’s attorney and the executor of their estate.

What’s the role of a funeral director? 

A funeral director serves numerous important functions that facilitate the planning process all the way up to the day of funeral services. From completing paperwork and making transportation arrangements to coordinating the ceremonial details, they will ensure that the funeral meets the family’s wishes and goes off without a hitch. Outside of arranging the technical details of the day, this individual also provides emotional support and guidance for grieving families.

What do funeral costs include?

Funeral costs can vary in the thousands of dollars, depending on what is included. Typically, costs cover transportation services, the embalming process, a casket or urn, the facility rental, and day-of services. Funerals are labor-intensive events that involve many moving parts as well as input from numerous individuals, such as lawyers, doctors, and insurance companies.

If you’re about to start the funeral planning process, put your trust in Bolton & Lunsford Funeral Homes in Cincinnati, OH. Since 1938, this family-run facility has helped families plan special and memorable funeral and memorial services. In addition to working diligently to make your budget work, the staff is sensitive to special requests and will help you create funeral arrangements with a personal touch. To speak with a compassionate funeral director and make arrangements, give them a call today at (513) 661-4059 or visit them online for more information about their services.