How to Save Money on a Detroit Funeral
Funerals are often the most expensive out-of-pocket expense for a family after their loved one dies. It can be very beneficial to all concerned, including those paying for it, if some planning is done before the time comes. The following are tips on how to save money on a funeral.
Planning Ahead
Funeral homes will usually ask what kind of service you are wanting when they meet with you. Most funeral homes offer a full range of services from traditional to cremation. If you know what service you want before the time comes, it will give them something to go off of when planning how much your final arrangements will cost.
When deciding on the type of service it is also beneficial to ask yourself who you think should be there and if they really will be there. It’s a good idea to let the funeral home director know of any family conflicts that may occur because it can affect how much they charge if some people are not going to show up due to anger or sorrow.
Asking for a Memorial Service
Another way you can save money is by asking for a memorial service as opposed to a traditional funeral. This is usually done in place of having a casket present at the service and instead will have an urn with the loved one’s ashes present as well as pictures, mementos, and other items that represent them.
You also have the option of having no funeral or memorial service at all after your loved one has died. Many religions have a custom of holding funerals for their members after they die but it is also acceptable to hold no service at all.
This is usually done if you believe that your loved one would want their life celebrated with the living instead of being mourned by those who knew them best while they were living. It can be a more practical choice as well if the family is not able to afford a memorial service.
Many families find it tragic to be paying for a funeral while their loved one’s life was cut short and decide to donate whatever money they have leftover after costs are paid to an organization that would better spend it living out the lives of those who died too young.
Paying for the Funeral On Your Own
The other option is to pay for your loved one’s funeral costs on your own. This is a decision that should not be taken lightly but, if you have the means and believe it will be what your loved one would want, then this may just be the answer for you.
Making the appropriate arrangements for your loved one’s funeral is not something to take lightly or try and skimp on. Even if you are trying to save money, do not forgo any of the rites that were important to them while they were alive. It is also important that you consider how the service will affect those who knew them best as well as the rest of your family.