When a parent or spouse dies, it is a very traumatic event for the remaining family members. Many decisions have to be made quickly under difficult circumstances. The staff at Evans Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services has been well-trained to provide compassionate help during these times. A funeral director is available 24 hours a day, each day. Even if the death occurs at 3 am, the family can just call and he will be there to handle all of the details. He will then spend time with the family to help them craft a Funeral program in Monkton that celebrates the life of their loved one.
The disposal of the physical remains in the first issue that families have to deal with. Both religious and social norms can make this a very difficult decision. Relatives often think if they opt for cremation, that they can’t have a traditional viewing or service. This isn’t the case. The Funeral Program in Monkton can blend the most formal service with the choice cremation. The service can be at a church, the funeral home or some other location. Some families opt for a personal service in their home, while others prefer a natural setting such as a park.
Funeral directors are trained to help people deal with the early stages of grief. They know that viewing the body can often be the first step of accepting the finality of death. Therapists believe that it can be beneficial even for children to view the body. However, they have to be prepared for this experience. If the parents are not sure how to have this conversation with them, the funeral director can give them some help. While it’s natural for people to be upset planning a funeral, the staff will note if someone is having a particularly hard time. They can recommend some reading or a support group to help. In extreme cases they may recommend seeing a professional grief counselor.
Many people pre-plan their funeral and pay for it at that time. This relieves their spouse or children from the task of making decisions and worrying about money. They can go to the funeral home’s website to begin the process. At any time they can call and make an appointment to finalize their decisions.
