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Funeral Planning

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Overview

Talking with family members about what you want at your funeral is important.

Think about the things you want for your funeral. For example:

Funeral costs

How much a funeral costs depends on where you live and the types of services you want.

You may avoid extra costs by talking about your wishes with your family ahead of time. You may want to meet with your family and a funeral planner to go over details. This could help your family save money and time.

Funeral home burial charges usually include:

The cemetery usually charges for the liner (vault) to prevent the ground from settling, opening and closing the grave, and grave markers or monuments.

Cremation or donating your body to science is an alternative to burial. These usually cost less.


Credits for Funeral Planning

Current as of: November 16, 2023

Author: Healthwise Staff (https://www.healthwise.org/specialpages/legal/abouthw/en)
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