Has a detailed plan been already decided by the deceased?
Do they have a plan? Have they already planned and paid for the service? Any details set out in a will?
Funeral offers a chance to say goodbye to a loved one but also a celebration of life.
What would a loved one have wanted?
Once you have registered a death you will receive a burial/cremation Certificate which the funeral director will need.
It is a very difficult time but we hope this checklist can help you in the process.
Has a detailed plan been already decided by the deceased?
Do they have a plan? Have they already planned and paid for the service? Any details set out in a will?
Legal Certificates
This is personal preference and can be based on a number of factors like beliefs, budgets and preferences.
Once this decision is reached you need to decide on burial site or crematorium.
Short article that announces the death of a person.
Traditionally published in local or national newspapers.
Chose a funeral director. Ask for quotes as they can be very expensive
Help carry the coffin from the hearse to the service and then to the rave if a burial.
Step-by-step outline of itinerary of the ceremony may include:
Eulogy is an opportunity to pay tribute to the person who has died.
Social gathering shortly after a the service a chance for the friends and family to share memories.
Organise a venue and decide on catering / drinks arrangements.