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Funeral Checklist
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It is usual for the
funeral home to contact me on your behalf, however, if you
wish, you can contact me first and I will assist you in
whatever way I can with making the funeral arrangements.
I will make an appointment with you, at a mutually
convenient time, usually at your home. It is not necessary
for all family members to be present, however usually the
immediate family wish to be there. At this interview we can
talk about the life of your loved one and some of the
questions you will be asked include the following:
§ Date and place of birth
§ Information about childhood
and schooling.
§ Details of work
§ Personal information, such
as important events like engagement, marriage,
special celebrations and achievements, places of residence
§ A description of the loved
one's personality, characteristics, etc.
§ Hobbies, interests,
community involvement, travel
§ Sporting involvement as
player or spectator
§ Preference for prayer or
poetry within service
§ Names of other speakers or
readers
You should also give consideration to the music used for the
ceremony. If your loved one had a favourite song or songs,
they can be played at appropriate times. Perhaps you have a
favourite song of your own to play or you can select from
the standard songs available at most funeral homes and
crematoriums or from my own collection.
The interview session is relaxed and informal,and I give you
my promise to help you feel as comfortable as can be during
what is often a very sad and tense time.
I also like to see some photos of your loved one so that I
have a very clear image in my mind.
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