FAQs: Steps to Plan a Funeral

Securing a funeral plan at today’s prices with a prepaid funeral is one of the most thoughtful things you can do for your family. Opting for a prepaid funeral elimates the financial burden on your family. With our service, your funeral will be conducted as you wish and to your instructions, protecting your family from making difficult decisions at a highly emotional time. There are excellent pension and tax benefits to arranging a prepaid funeral. Blessed Funerals has several payment plan options to help spread the cost over a suitable time period. It is never an easy discussion; however, our team will guide you and ensure your circumstances are appreciated and respected.

Most people pass away peacefully in hospital, a nursing home, aged care home or at home. When this occurs, a few things need to happen relatively quickly:

• The death needs to be legally confirmed.
• The family may need to give consent for organ donation.
• If the person had a will or funeral plan, this needs to be located.
• Relevant people, including family, should be informed.

If organ donation is possible, the next of kin will be asked for permission. This will happen quickly and is generally only possible in a very small number of circumstances.

When the deceased person has a will, it will name an executor. This person is responsible for planning the funeral and other actions stated in the will, including dividing up the deceased person’s assets as per their request. The deceased may have left instructions for their funeral known as a ‘funeral plan.’ When the deceased does not have a will, the responsibility will fall to the next of kin. If you are unsure or have been appointed the executor, Blessed Funerals will help guide you through the process of conducting the funeral and ensure you are fully supported at each stage.

The venue for a funeral service should represent the personality and life of the loved one. The chosen service may involve one or multiple venues. Our team will coordinate the booking and confirmation of the service venue/s or, if held in a public place such as a beach or park, we will assist with council permissions and transportation of the body or scattering of the ashes. The venue choice is an important decision and our experienced and professional team will help you plan the perfect farewell for your loved one.

When you contact Blessed Funerals, our team will professionally and compassionately support you through the difficult decisions and assist you from start to finish. Questions that can influence you and other family members regarding a funeral can feel overwhelming at such an emotional time, and our experience will make all the difference.

Would you like a viewing of the deceased person?
Is embalming required?
Deciding on cremation or burial?
Does the family want a religious or secular service?

It is important to have a kind and compassionate person with you from the start to the finish of a funeral service. At Blessed Funerals, the first person you speak to is with you throughout the process.

We will assist you with every detail, from the legalities to choosing the flowers, music and invitations. Our attention to detail and skilful coordination ensure the burden of arranging a funeral is lifted, and you can grieve and say farewell with dignity, knowing your loved one will be treated with the utmost care and compassion.

Contact us today to discuss your needs.