Plan ahead, in your own words
Start with the service you would choose. Add the people, music and words you want remembered, and keep your questions alongside your wishes.
A place to begin
Write down your wishes
Name the service: direct cremation or a funeral. Say if you would want a gathering. Let someone close to you know where you keep your notes.
Discuss the cost
If you also want to pre-pay, ask about payment choices and any written price protection. You can read about those questions before requesting a callback.
Pre-planning and pre-payingRequest a callback
Begin with the service you are considering, or say that you are writing wishes ahead. Include a gathering if you would like one first. If another family introduced you, write their family name in your note.