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Planning ahead for your funeral and funeral expenses is an excellent decision. It protects your family from emotional and financial stress during a difficult time. Many people choose to purchase insurance to cover these costs. There are two main types of insurance that a person can choose from...

Many people don’t realize the large number of decisions that need to be made following the death of a loved one. There are as many as 150 important details that need attention. We have listed the top 87 here. A relative, friend, or even a stranger is left with the responsibility of making these decisions...

Many people don’t realize that in most states they are not legally required to use a funeral home to plan and conduct a funeral. However, because they have little experience with the many details and legal requirements involved and may be emotionally distraught when it’s time to make the plans...

Every family is different, and not everyone wants the same type of funeral. Funeral practices are influenced by religious and cultural traditions, costs, and personal preferences. These factors help determine whether the funeral will be elaborate or simple, public or private, religious or secular...

When a loved one dies, grieving family members and friends often are confronted with dozens of decisions about the funeral — all of which must be made quickly and often under great emotional duress. What kind of funeral should it be? What funeral provider should you use...

If you feel like you want to attend and have been invited, then you should attend. If you didn’t know the person who passed but have a relationship with one of their family members, attending their funeral can help the person you know feel cared and supported. You can bring someone with you...

Traditionally, flowers represent growth, new life, and movement forward. They also signify compassion, love and warmth. While it is not mandatory that people send funeral or condolence flowers, many people choose to express their love and respect for the deceased and their families in this way...

Trying to figure out what to wear to a funeral can be tricky. Traditionally, black is known to be the color of mourning and is a common clothing color choice for people attending a funeral. While you don’t have to wear black, it is important to dress in a manner that shows respect...