Making Arrangements

There are many services that your NFDA funeral director can provide for you. First and foremost, they want to make this time as easy as possible. The following is a partial list of the items your NFDA funeral director can assist you with:

• Creating a personalized and meaningful funeral honoring your loved one’s life
• Explaining your full range of service and merchandise options
• Coordinating a newspaper or online obituary
• Preparing and filing the death certificate
• Coordinating with the clergy and/or your church
• Arranging for a funeral celebrant or clergy if you do not have one
• Coordinating cemetery arrangements
• Coordinating crematory arrangements
• Securing musicians
• Securing flowers
• Coordinating memorial contributions to your favorite charity
• Notifying the Social Security Administration of your loved one’s death
• Providing information on Veterans benefits and military honors
• Arranging or assisting with meals and receptions

Prior to your making any decisions regarding funeral services or merchandise, your NFDA funeral director will provide you with a copy of the funeral home’s General Price List. This document will help you understand all of your options with regard to funeral services and related merchandise. He or she will provide guidance and assist you in making decisions that are most appropriate for you and your family.