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Frequently Asked
Below is a list of questions and responses that we commonly receive at the funeral home. We will continue to include any new questions in this section that we feel would be helpful to others.
If you would prefer to call us on the telephone, our staff would be pleased to provide an answer to any funeral related matter you may have. If we do not have the answer immediately, we will find it for you and contact you the minute the information is in our hands.
| Question #1 | If I were to die tomorrow, how would my loved ones pay for my funeral expenses? |
| Answer: | Proceeds from my life insurance. My savings. My Children's savings. My parent's savings. A loan taken by my spouse. I do not know. Many families who do not prearrange use proceeds from life insurance to pay for their loved one's funeral. Aptly named, life insurance proceeds are intended for survivor's living expenses. Prefunding your funeral today leaves no doubt, and all the money your family will need to pay for costs associated with your death. |
| Question #2 | If I were to die tomorrow, how much might I expect to pay for my funeral? |
| Answer: | According to the National Funeral Directors Association, the average cost of a funeral in 2006 was around $ 6,500, with costs rising about 4% annually. Prefunding your funeral today could guarantee your family will pay no more than the cost at today's price. |
| Question #3 | If I were to die tomorrow, would my loved ones know what my wishes are? |
| Answer: | There are many decisions which need to be made in planning a funeral. Choosing funeral merchandise, the type of service, and those who might officiate are just a few. Planning in advance ensures your wishes are fully met, to the smallest detail and the highest standard. |
Any question beginning, "If I were to die..." is a tough one to ponder. Yet, so is the thought, for many, of leaving their families without the protection of a funded advance funeral plan.
Our funeral home offers a free funeral cost estimate and information about the variety of prearrangement options available. It is yours with no obligation whatsoever. Please feel free to contact us with any thoughts or questions you may have.
