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Frequently Asked Questions About
Funeral Services
Q: What is the purpose of a funeral?
A: Funerals are an important step in the grieving process,
as well as an opportunity to honor a life lived. They offer surviving
family members and friends a caring, supportive environment in which
to share thoughts and feelings about the death. Often funerals are
the first step in the healing process.
Q: What role does the funeral director fill?
A: Funeral directors are there to help you through a very
difficult time in your life. We are listeners and counselors, tribute
planners and crisis managers. Through discussions with you, based
on information you share about your wishes and details about your
loved one, we are able to offer guidance and help you coordinate
a very personal tribute that honors the life of your loved one.
We can guide you through planning the service; complete necessary
paperwork; and coordinate doctors, ministers, florists, newspapers
and other vendors to make your funeral experience as seamless as
possible. But we also listen to your stories about your loved one,
answer your questions on grief, link you to support groups and recommend
sources of professional help. By acting as an experienced source
for support and guidance, a professional, ethical funeral director
can provide you with relief during one of your greatest times of
need.
Q: Is it possible to plan a funeral in advance?
A: The Curvin K. Council Funeral Home recommends that everyone
preplan his or her own funeral. Doing so can offer emotional and
financial security for both you and your family. By preplanning
a funeral you will get the kind of service you want and your family
will be unburdened from making decisions at a stressful time. Preplanning
doesn’t necessarily mean prepaying. If you are considering
preplanning your funeral, please contact us for more information.
Q: Can I still have a funeral service if I choose cremation?
A: Yes. Cremation opens the doors to a number of different
funeral options. From traditional services to contemporary celebrations,
cremation gives you the flexibility to personalize the services
for yourself or a loved one. Please contact us to learn more about
cremation.
Q: What determines the cost of a funeral?
A: You and your family do. A funeral can be as extravagant
or as simple as you desire. Preplanning your funeral can help control
costs. By making decisions ahead of time, you avoid making choices
at a time when your emotions are heightened. It also provides an
opportunity to set aside funds that can be used to pay for part
or all of the future service. We can work with you to design a personalized
tribute that meets your financial needs.
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