The Role of Funeral Directors: What to Expect and Ask

Funeral directors are professionals who provide support and guidance and handle all the logistics of processing a funeral service. They understand that having funeral logistics can be quite difficult while grieving, so they assist by removing the stress off the family.

When you hire a funeral director, there are several things you should expect. They will provide emotional support throughout the funeral service and handle the logistics. This includes handling the transportation of the deceased, coordinating third-party vendors such as florists, and also preparing the body. Depending on the kind of organization, funeral directors also handle strenuous paperwork like death certificates, filing for life insurance, and more.

A funeral director can also handle cremation requests from funeral homes, cemeteries, or any other specific environment. Together (the grievers and funeral directors), you will decide how and where the funeral service will occur and pick the time for the wakes and memorial service. They can easily lead the procession on the day of the funeral and oversee the event to ensure it runs smoothly. After the event, they can offer professional guidance on handling loss and financial advice on how to spread out funeral costs.

Before you meet up with a funeral director, there are necessary questions you should ask to know the next step to take. The following are common questions you should ask a funeral director:

• What range of services do you offer?
• What is the least cost and the highest?
• Are your services customizable to suit my preferences?
• What is and isn't included in your price?
• Can we choose between a burial or cremation service?
• Where would the deceased be until the day of the funeral approaches?
• Is there a wide range of coffins, caskets, and urns to choose from?
• Can these coffins, caskets, and urns be customized?
• What other third parties do you work with?
• Can we choose the day or time of the funeral, or is there a specific time frame to choose from?
• What available funeral transport do you offer?
• Can I visit my family before the funeral, or must I be present 24/7?

Hamel-Lydon is a trusted funeral service provider that handles all funeral plans, from paperwork to coffins and logistics. Why bear the brunt of losing your loved ones and also suffer the stress of passing them to the place beyond? Contact us today for help and guidance during this challenging time.