Death is and has always been, a taboo subject for many different cultures.
However, taking the time to plan all of the important details for your funeral will streamline things for everyone when the time finally comes.
Pre-arranged funeral plans are intended to make things simpler for you and your family, especially if something were to happen on short notice. With that in mind, here are some of the reasons you should consider when putting together your pre-arranged funeral plans.
Importance of Pre-Planning Your Funeral
Protect what really matters
Depending on your financial complexity, you may want to get in touch with a lawyer to see what legal papers you must have in order to safeguard your family or estate. You may also decide to create your own. No matter what you plan to do, it is never too late to protect what matters.
Make financial plans to pay for the funeral
There’s no doubt that funerals could be extremely costly, averaging between $2,000 to $7,000, depending on the funeral home and the options that you choose. With that in mind, you may want to make the necessary financial plans to help cover your funeral’s cost in advance.
Write down or pre-pay your wishes for your loved ones
You can also pre-pay, or fully pay, for your funeral. You can start thinking about your wishes and start sharing them with your loved ones and friends. It’s not uncommon for people to add instructions, their estate plan, and will documents when creating their pre-arranged funeral plans.
Communicate with your family members
Most people would prefer not to talk about death. However, it does not make it any less unavoidable. Pre-planning will offer you a chance to consider what matters the most, opening doors to essential but hard conversations with your family and friends. The earlier you begin planning for your funeral, the simpler it will be to find the ideal time to convey your wishes. Your family members will be grateful that you are taking them into consideration in advance.
Save money
Family members often find themselves in a tough situation when deciding how to finance a funeral as there is a great deal of emotional stress involved. As we mentioned above, planning a funeral on the spot can be somewhat costly so you could always opt for cremation services, which are much more affordable. However, planning your funeral in advance will surely save you money.
Get peace of mind
Death is the last thing anyone wants to talk about, but taking the time to organize your end-of-life wishes is an excellent way to face life’s certainties. Having a pre-arranged funeral in place helps not only helps streamline the planning process but also gives you peace of mind.
For more information about Devlin Funeral Home’s funeral, cremation, and pre-planning services, please contact us today.
