If you’re planning a funeral for a loved one, you have quite a few details to keep track of. Thankfully, your funeral director is there to help. As you go through the planning process, make sure to approach them with any questions, particularly the following.

Funeral Planning Questions

Does the Funeral Home Have an Account for the Deceased?

Pre-planning allows individuals to make their wishes for their arrangements known and to pay for the necessary services in advance, removing both financial strain and the stress of planning from their loved ones’ shoulders. If you know the deceased left behind a prepaid account, make sure to follow up on it. Even if you don’t think they did, it’s best to check anyway, just in case.

What Services Are Available?

While you may have solid ideas in mind for your loved one’s service, it’s a good idea to consider other possibilities. Before you begin planning, make sure you know your options. The funeral director can explain them all to you and help you arrange a ceremony that honors the life of the departed in a way that feels personal.

How Long Do I Have to Plan?

After the death of a loved one, there may be a limited window in which to make decisions. The length of time depends on whether you’ve chosen to bury or cremate them, and how the remains are being preserved. Check with your funeral director right away so you can make decisions in the appropriate timeframe.

How Will the Obituary Be Handled?

Many funeral homes host obituaries on their websites and may help you with other forms of publication. This is an important memorial to your loved one, so make sure you know who is responsible for which steps in the process.

The process of planning a funeral for a loved one is stressful, and the difficult circumstances may make you forgetful. But as long as you ask the necessary questions, your funeral director can guide you. Make sure to cover everything on this list, and you’ll be off to a good start.

Johnson Funeral Home & Monuments in Monroeville, AL, has served area residents for over 65 years, helping families and friends pay their final respects to the people they love. If you need to plan a funeral for a loved one or yourself, their compassionate and knowledgeable staff will help you every step of the way. For questions, call them today at (251) 575-3222, or reach out online.