Why Would I Want to Preplan for Funeral and Cremation in Fairport Harbor, OH?

Sometimes, you might be overwhelmed when considering what can be decided now for prearranged final services. Take a few breaths and start with a few things you DO know. There are many options; you don't need to get lost in the details of the funeral and cremation in Fairport Harbor, OH, to make an effective plan. Here are a few great places to start:

Select Your Photograph: A photograph is often used to depict your likeness for your obituary and any printed stationery connected to funerary services. Something you can do now is to select this photograph or sit for a photo that could be used for this purpose if you don't have one you find suitable. This doesn't need to be a formal photo taken by a professional photographer, but it should be a high-resolution image that is or can be digitized.

Life Sketch Details: You don't need to be a great writer to compile the necessary details that are going to be required to write your obituary or life sketch. Start with important dates and places and add other information if you would like. It would be a fantastic bonus if you could share a story or two from your memories. These memories don't need to be very long but will be treasured by your loved ones and may help jog their memory of stories they would also like to have shared.

The Final Resting Place: Perhaps you know exactly where you want to be buried and have already purchased plot space there. On the other hand, you may wish to be cremated to avoid a casket burial. There is often more flexibility for the final placement if cremation is chosen. Where would you like your ashen remains to go when that time comes? If you have final instructions and preferences about these topics, it is good to get them written down.

Honoring Ceremonies: How should your life be remembered and honored by your loved ones? Where should this event (or events) be held? There are many options, including the funeral home, a chapel, the gravesite, a private residence, or even an event venue or other outdoor setting. An important aspect to bear in mind is that there are many healing benefits to those who survive your passing when an honoring service of some type is held.

Funerals are held with the body present. Memorials are offered without the casket, although cremated remains may be part of this service. Celebration of Life services are beautiful ways to say these difficult goodbyes while remembering the deceased's life, legacy, and passions. Don't take this healing opportunity for closure away from your family.

Whom to Notify: When you pass, your family will likely be in a state of grief and even shock. They may not immediately think of everyone who ought to be notified of your passing and invited to any public services offered. A list of those individuals you would want to know about your death is a good idea. Email addresses are likely an easier way for your family to send these communications. Still, phone numbers may also be helpful if that is a more reliable way to reach these contacts.

Prearrangement services can be more basic or elaborate. Remember that many of the final details will need to be determined when the services are actually required, but your preferences will undoubtedly be carefully weighed and implemented where possible. Give yourself the peace of mind that comes with preparation and lift some of the burdens your family will experience at your passing by making even a few designations today.

Plan these final arrangements related to funeral and cremation in Fairport Harbor, OH, in your own home's privacy by using our convenient online pre-planning form. Alternatively, reach out to our competent experts at Spear-Mulqueeny Funeral Homes to get your plans in writing and have the opportunity to ask any questions that you may have surrounded this critical topic.

• How should You Act During a Funeral Wake?
  A funeral wake is a solemn event where friends and family come to pay their respects to the deceased. It is important to act respectfully and mourn the loss of your loved one. Here are some tips on how to act during a funeral wake: arrive on time and be quiet when entering, pay your respects to the deceased by standing in front of the casket or urn, offer condolences to the bereaved, don't take pictures or use your phone (unless it's an emergency), speak quietly and avoid laughter or loud conversation, and show respect for the religious customs observed.
  
  
• Where can Funerals be Held in Fairport Harbor OH?
  The funeral can be held anywhere the family chooses. Many funeral homes in Fairport Harbor have a chapel on the premises, but if you would like to have the service elsewhere, that can usually be arranged. A popular choice is to hold the funeral at a church or synagogue. Some families choose to have the service in their own homes. Wherever you decide to hold the funeral, make sure that it is a place where you feel comfortable and that will accommodate all of your guests.
  
  
• Is it Disrespectful to Wear Shorts and Slippers During a Funeral?
  It is generally considered disrespectful to wear shorts and slippers during a funeral. This is because funerals are typically formal occasions where people dress in their best clothing. While there may be exceptions to this rule depending on the culture of the funeral, it is generally best to err on the side of caution and dress more formally. You can visit our FAQs to know more answers.