A Practical Checklist

Things to ask when selecting a funeral home:

Are you a locally owned funeral home?

Are you a member of Selected Independent Funeral Homes?

What types of services could I receive here if there is life insurance or pre-paid arrangements were made?

What are the necessary steps, materials and/or government regulations to consider when pre-arranging a funeral?

Am I able to customize the funeral service I want for the deceased?

What kinds of funeral packages do you offer?


Materials to pick up while at the funeral home:

- A general price list (GPL) and list of services

- A copy of price list for caskets, urns, etc., if not included in the GPL

- A written memorandum of charges, if funeral goods and services are agreed upon or purchased

This Section:
Helpful Funeral Information

What You Should Know as a Consumer
----Smart Consumer Information
----FTC "Funeral Rule"
----Funeral Homes vs. Other Options
----Independent Ownership
----vs. National Chains

Funeral Service Guides
----Step-by-Step Guide
----Arranging a Funeral
----A Practical Checklist
----Your Grieving Experience
----A Friend's Guide to Funerals
----Religious Funeral Practices

Links to Related Information