How can I personalize a funeral service?
One way is to bring personal items into the funeral home to be displayed in or near the casket. Example: ...
Why would I need to purchase certified copies of a Death Certificate?
Certified copies are used as proof of death for the transfer of stocks and bonds, banking transactions and life insurance. ...
Must a casket be transported to the cemetery in a hearse?
While a hearse or casket coach is most commonly used for this purpose, other options are often appropriate. Families might ...
Should a child attend a funeral?
Children grieve just as adults do. Any child old enough to form a relationship will experience some form of grief ...
Must an obituary be published in a newspaper?
The publication of an obituary notice is a matter of your personal choice. While most newspapers control the editorial format, ...
Will the funeral home help with Social Security and Veterans death benefits?
Quality service firms will not only assist with securing these death benefits, they will most likely complete all the paperwork ...
Must I purchase a burial vault?
In most areas of the country, state or local law does not require that you buy a container to surround ...
What are burial vaults and grave liners?
These are the outside containers into which the casket is placed. Burial vaults are designed to protect the casket, and ...
Can I build my own casket?
As a matter of fact, you can, although as a matter or practicality, it may present some storage challenges for ...
What about these independent discount casket companies? Can’t I buy my casket there and use it when needed?
Yes, It is certainly a financially sound decision to purchase anything at today’s prices which can then be used as ...
