Funeral Arrangement Checklist

Every funeral is different and at a time of bereavement many areas will need to be considered.

A Thomas Marin & James Scott representative will discuss each of these with you either at your home or in one of our funeral homes when you are considering the precise funeral arrangements for the deceased.

The following checklist gives details of some of the things you may need to consider.

• Contact your local GP to certify the death (if the deceased passed away at home)
• Register the death with the local Registrar
• Check if the deceased had a "pre-planned" funeral arrangement
• Make viewing arrangements for mourners prior to the funeral (eg, our Chapel of Rest or the family home)
• We will write and arrange funeral notices in the appropriate newspapers.
• Decide whether a burial or cremation is preferred
• Decide on a date and time for the funeral service and make contact with the clergy
• Discuss the funeral/graveside service arrangements with the church, chapel, cemetery or crematorium, etc - would the deceased have liked any personal touches?
• Should mourners send flowers and/or donations to a charity?
• Arrange food/refreshments for after the funeral. Where will this reception be held?