Details to Consider When Preplanning Your Arrangements
Preplanning your final arrangements with funeral homes in Schaumburg, IL, while may be uncomfortable, is just the smart thing to do. We never know when death may occur and knowing that your arrangements have been planned, organized, and laid out so that your family will be taken care of can bring you an immense sense of comfort and peace of mind.
Although most people may be aware of the bigger elements to plan such as what type of service you would like or where you would like to be laid to rest, there are many elements that people may overlook when preplanning. To help ensure you think of everything when you are preplanning, here some things to make sure you include.
Final Wishes for the Service
Most people may know what type of service they would like. This may be a funeral, celebration of life event or a memorial service. In any case it is important once you decide on the type of service, to then choose any additional services that may go along with it. For example, would you like your family to hold a viewing or visitation? A wake?
Once you have determined what services you would like to have, make sure to think about the details of that service. For example, with a funeral, who would you like to be the officiant? Are there any specific prayers or readings you would like to have included? What about the music selection? Is there any song of hymn you want included?
If you choose a celebration of life event or memorial service, is there a specific location you would like the service to be held? Are there any certain things you would like to take place such as everyone releasing butterflies or doves? Maye you would like the guests to all wear a certain color or sports shirts. Whatever you wishes are, make them known.
Final Wish for Gravesite
Other than the casket and the burial plot, there are many other factors that can be personalized with the gravesite service. One thing to consider is if you would like anything buried with you in the casket. Maybe it’s a favorite award or photograph or your prized guitar. Also, are there any traditions you would like (or not like) to have occur such as guests placing a flower on the casket or a shovel of dirt? Also think about the service here and decide if there are any specific reading or songs you would like to have included.
Another element to consider is your headstone. Would you like a certain shaped one such as a cross or heart? What would like engraved on the stone? Do you want to include your nickname or a message? Preplanning this now gives you plenty of time to check with the cemetery and see what is allowed to ensure you can get the headstone you wish.
As directors of funeral homes in Schaumburg, IL we can help you with all of your preplanning needs. We can also walk you through the process so that nothing gets overlooked. If you are ready to ensure your family is taken care of at the time of your passing, contact us today and let’s get started.
