•  Granite Headstones

•  Upright Markers

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•  Cemetety Statues

•  Memorial Stones

•  Obelisks & Cenotaphs

•  Granite Memorials
  •  Bench Headstones
  •  Angel Memorials
  •  Jesus Headstones

•  Garden Stones

•  Memorial Symbols
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  •  Jesus
  •  Crucifixion
  •  Resurrection
  •  Mary
  •  Heart Shapes

•  Service Areas

•  Funeral Services & Tips

•  Mortuary List & Tips

•  Cemetery List & Tips

•  Obituary Glossary & Tips

•  Cremation Tips

•  Memorial Music Tips

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•  Funeral Homes Tips

Observing ABC's Of Memorial Arrangements

Planning the burial of a loved one is usually not an easy affair. This is due to having to deal with the grief of your loved one dying, in addition to making funeral arrangements. In order to ensure that your loved one gets a dignified final send off, you must be informed on how to organize the whole burial process.

When you learn that your loved one has died, decide where their body will lie as it awaits burial. This can be in a hospital mortuary or any other mortuary of your choice. It is always advisable to ask for recommendations so as to know the best mortuary to use.

Handle any paperwork that is required, especially for legal purposes. This includes getting a death certificate and a burial permit. You will need to know the deceased's personal information to help you go through the burial process smoothly, so compile all this information right from the start.

Based on the wishes or beliefs of the deceased, choose an interment process. This includes having the body cremated and the ashes scattered or having the body buried in a brave. Some people prefer to have their bodies entombed. Whichever method you opt for, also choose a convenient location where the interment will take place.

Organize for the memorial service. The service provides an opportunity for those who were close to the deceased to say their final farewells. It provides them with closure, to help them accept the death of their loved one and move on.

Keep costs in mind when making funeral arrangements. Having a budget will help you to allocate the available resources well. To help offset some of the burial expenses, consider asking for contributions from close friends and family members. Have a representative who will act as a contact person during the whole burial process. This will help people know who to go to in case of any issues.