A gift to your family, sparing them hard decisions at an emotional time.
It is not always possible to pay respects in person, so we hope that this small token will help.
Offer a gift of comfort and beauty to a family suffering from loss.
Be Prepared Worksheet
When you visit us, our Funeral Director will provide you with price lists and guide you through the entire arrangement process, explaining how you can create a memorable personal celebration of your loved one's life. The arrangement process may include:
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Preparing and filing the official death certificate
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Scheduling location, date. time of services or events
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Selecting cemetery arrangements
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Selection clergy or other spiritual advisors
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Selecting a casket, urn or other items
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Preparing an obituary notice
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Scheduling vehicles
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Selecting pallbearers
You may also sign necessary authorizations or make arrangements to have them signed by the appropriate family members.
Feel free to bring any photos, a favorite song, or memorabilia so that you and we can discuss how you would like your loved one to be remembered. More and more people today choose to personalize the funeral services they plan for their loved ones. A favorite song, a favorite gathering place, even a favorite activity or video can all become part of the service. Our funeral directors will listen and assist you in planning a loving tribute that captures the spirit of the person whose life you wish to honor.
The following checklist will help you remember what information about the decedent and items will be needed when meeting with us.
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Full legal name
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Home address
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Social Security number
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Date of birth
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Place of birth
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Father's name
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Mother's maiden name
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Veteran's discharge papers (DD-214)
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Recent photograph
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Highest education
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Occupation
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Place of burial (if applicable)
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Clothing
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Clergy name and phone number
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Survivors (name and relationship)
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Insurance policies (if applicable)
Contact us and we'll be able to help answer your questions and assist in making the appropriate plans.