Did you know that in the 48 hours following a loved one’s passing, you could make up to 70 decisions during the funeral arrangement process? Anyone who has ever had to arrange a funeral can attest to the fact that there are many decisions to make and limited time available.

After experiencing this, many people are more drawn to the idea of preplanning the funeral. Besides the fact that you are relieving your loved ones of this task. You also don’t feel the pressure of time and a limited window to make your decisions. When you preplan a funeral service, you can spend time thinking about what you would like to include in your service. When you’re ready, you can schedule a time to meet with a funeral director and finalize your arrangements.

You might find yourself wondering what to expect during the funeral arrangement meeting. Rest assured, it is a relaxed atmosphere as you work with caring and dedicated funeral professionals. Whether you are preplanning a funeral or in immediate need, the process is quite similar.

Below we’ve broken down the arrangement process for you. It is our hope that by better understanding the process, you’ll know what to expect during the meeting and be able to best prepare yourself.