What funeral director mistakes have you seen at a Funeral?
Q. What funeral director mistakes have you seen at a funeral? Most people notice the obvious. Please let me know the obvious and the not so obvious or mistakes you may have heard about after a funeral.
Asked by yourfuneralguy - Sun Jan 20 21:41:28 2008 - - 3 Answers - 2 Comments

A. What kind of question is this? What profession do you have? Have you burnt the fries lately? Give these people a break, they have very stressful lives.
Answered by dave49310 - Wed Jan 23 11:07:00 2008

How do you pay for a funeral if the deceased had no life insurance?
Q. A friends father passed away this week. I guess that he had no life insurance. The family says that they don't have any money to help with the costs of the funeral. So they feel that my friend should have to shoulder the funeral costs herself. How do you pay for a funeral if the deceased had no life insurance?
Asked by tornadointhesky - Fri Apr 4 16:26:21 2008 - - 11 Answers - 1 Comments

A. She/He can call the public administrator in their area and there is such a thing as indigent burial assistance. There most likely won't be help with casket or burial, but they will help with a cremation. My father died a couple of weeks ago and I was the next of kin and he didn't have life insurance or a will. Luckily my Aunt paid for the viewing and the cremation. After all is said and done then she will be paid back out of his estate, but she had to come out of pocket for it. If your friend can't get assistance then the county that the man expired in will cremate him or bury him in the most of indecent ways and will be in an unmarked grave. If your friend can get a loan just to at least have him cremated..which is about $2000-$3000… [cont.]
Answered by FoxForceFiveVega - Fri Apr 4 16:35:50 2008

Do you think attending unknown funerals is good research for writing a funeral scene?
Q. I am writing a funeral scene for my soon to be finished book. I am looking for funny incidents that happen at funerals. It was suggested that I attend funerals of people I don't know to do my research. Do you think this is a good idea? Do you know of anything funny that happen at a funeral you attended or read about in a book? There is a funny funeral scene in Tina McElroy's "Ugly Ways", Have you read it?
Asked by AKAO4D - Thu Feb 26 18:32:48 2009 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I think it's excellent research and not disrespectful, if you're not writing anything disrespectful about the actual people who died, by name. It's the only way. Plus, the experience will help you convey the feelings and bring more depth to the scene that you probably would otherwise not be able to convey perfectly.
Answered by Miriam-Adi - Thu Feb 26 18:41:59 2009

What does a funeral service director write in a letter of attending a funeral?
Q. When you are attending a funeral, and your work or school needs some type of proof of attending. Does anybody know what it says?
Asked by whats up - Fri Feb 15 16:34:56 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. An attendance letter will say your name, the date of the funeral, your relationship to the deceased and the funeral directors signature.
Answered by JEN - Fri Feb 15 21:56:15 2008

How do I describe funeral service apprentice on my resume for a job at other funeral homes?
Q. I'm currently a funeral service apprentice but I need to include it in my resume but having difficulty wording it in my resume. Can someone please help me.
Asked by lilliejack - Sat Jan 5 19:01:22 2008 - - 2 Answers - 1 Comments

A. u jus gotta delve out and describe it
Answered by akfortyseven - Sun Jan 6 15:09:45 2008

How do funeral homes market their services?
Q. I'm a writer and I'd like to target funeral homes for my writing services, but I'm unclear as to their marketing efforts. I know that a funeral home is often associated with a particular cemetery, and receives referrals from people who've purchased plots in that cemetery. I also know that funeral homes do a great deal of Yellow Pages advertising, and likely have Web sites. Are there any other types of marketing communications they do? Do they send out flyers or direct mail? Thanks very much.
Asked by canyoubelievethisworld - Mon Mar 2 12:39:35 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Commercials Church Bulletins Yellow pages Newspapers Internet
Answered by Varvaro - Mon Mar 2 14:53:14 2009

What does the actual funeral dirge sound like if you could give me a link to it from somewhere on youtube?
Q. My bro told me the Undertaker's song was actually a real song known as the funeral song used at funerals or something. I have never heard this song played at funerals. Then again, I have never been to many funerals. Not a place I like going to and only one of my most cherished loved ones has died so I haven't been to many, but can someone give me the song. Does it sound a lot like the Undertaker' s or not really?
Asked by Wknight94 - Thu Jul 31 09:35:37 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Yep this is the Funeral March Sonata by Chopin which is played at certain funerals.It sounds a bit like Taker's but because of copyrights law, WWE composer Jim Johnston couldn't make it sound exactly the same.That's why it's been reworked and remixed into Taker's current Rest in Peace theme.
Answered by Simenon - Thu Jul 31 17:13:56 2008

What are the differences between a traditional Catholic funeral and an Irish Catholic funeral?
Q. A few days before my Mum died, she specifically asked for an Irish Catholic funeral - stumping us all (as she isn't Irish). I've found some stuff online, but would be grateful of a more comprehensive breakdown of the differences before we have to arrange the funeral.
Asked by Richard K - Mon Mar 2 05:01:46 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Mostly the character of the prayer vigil. A Catholic funeral is broken into three parts. The Vigil. The night before the Requiem Mass, a prayer service is celebrated. Eulogies and/or the rosary may also be said at this time. The Irish culture call this a wake. Others used to be called the Rosary. A reception with food may follow. The Requiem Mass. A full Mass with Scripture read and explained and Eucharist (Holy Communion) received with extra funeral prayers. The Burial. A short final prayer service at graveside. A reception at someone's home with food may follow. Here is a nice link to some recommended readings for Catholic funerals: Here is a nice link to suggested music for Catholic funerals: With love in Christ.
Answered by imacatholic2 - Mon Mar 2 10:14:23 2009

About how much does a filipino funeral cost?
Q. I am from the United States and am planning to send money to some relatives to help with funeral arrangements but I am not sure how much to send or how much the funerals in the Philippines cost. Thanks for your help.
Asked by LusciousQ - Tue Oct 16 14:22:11 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. It depends. A simple funeral package,that includes the coffin and embalming service, can cost you around 5,000.00 to 20,000.00 pesos. And if you want the grandest funeral package from embalming, coffin, venue, procession up to to the cemetery would cost you normally from 50,000.00 to as much as 1,000,000.00 plus,plus pesos; that is if you chose a coffin that's made of silver. If you're in a tight budget, then you might as well rent a coffin.
Answered by ???V??? vandalhartz ????? - Tue Oct 16 14:40:43 2007

What to expect at funeral and should we bring flowers?
Q. I am taking my 3 year old son to his grandma's funeral tomorrow (my ex's mom). She has already been cremated with out him seeing her. What can I expect so I am be ready to explain this to him since he cant see her. And since she is in an urn do we bring flowers, if so what do I do with them, where do they go?
Asked by Emily - Thu Aug 28 00:04:43 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. ~~If you are going to just funeral services you really don't need to bring flowers. it's better to send to the immediate survivors. For your son, at three years old he can't comprehend much of this. I would explain to him that Grandma's time has come to join god (or whatever you are comfortable with), and you will be going to services to celebrate her life while she was here on earth. Tell him to listen carefully and he will learn nice things he may not know about Grandma's history. So sorry for your loss.~~
Answered by debijs - Thu Aug 28 00:17:48 2008

Marine needs plane tickets for funeral, where is the best place on the net to get tickets?
Q. My cousin is in the Marines and is stationed in California, our grandfather died today and he needs to fly from Ontario California to Houston Texas for a Friday or Saturday funeral, he's newly married and a new father so funds are a little slim. Can anyone tell me the best place on the net to find airline tickets that wont completely break the bank for him. They really don't pay those guys much.
Asked by Happy 2 B Me - Thu May 1 00:43:05 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. His best bet, other than flying space-available as already noted, is to call around to the various airlines and inquire about bereavement fares. Many airlines offer discounts on last-minute tickets for funerals and the like -- those are typically better deals than what can be found online, but if an airline offers them, it's usually over the phone rather than online.
Answered by flash_flotsam - Thu May 1 01:36:24 2008

How do I start my own funeral home, do I need special licenses?
Q. It seems like a really cool thing to do. You get to see all the people crying, embalm or cremate dead people and you throw the afterparty when everybody comes to see the casket or the urn and you serve drinks. It's a great job and I'd really like to do it. And I can do all that, but do I need some sort of a special license to run a funeral home?
Asked by succubus - Wed Jul 18 13:11:25 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You need to be a licensed funeral director and have to graduate from mortuary school. Go here for a list of all the schools in your state: Generally, the schooling is heavy on science and math so you need to be strong in these areas. You should contact your school counselor or the funeral directors association in your state to find out the education requirements. And as far as the parties - it is the family of the deceased who get to throw the party and generally the funeral director is not invited - they are busy taking care of the business of running thier business. To get some "hands on" experience call funeral directors in your area and ask them if you can volunteer to work for them so you can see if this is something you would… [cont.]
Answered by Laurie - Wed Jul 18 16:17:51 2007

How does the paramedics prepare the person for the funeral?
Q. Just wanted to know that how paramedics prepare the person that has died for the funeral. Dress them up or stop them from stinking up the funeral? Please explain!
Asked by drive325mph - Mon Feb 23 20:58:06 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Paramedics do nothing; it isn't their job. The morgue does all that stuff. At the morgue, they get their blood drained and injected with imbalming fluid (a mixture of formaldehyde, methanol, ethanol and other solvents.)
Answered by lf 1 - Mon Feb 23 21:01:24 2009

What honors would a retired police Lieutenant receive at his funeral?
Q. What kind of honor does a police officer of higher rank receive at his funeral? Or in other words, what would traditionally happen? Also, if there was a stint as a military police officer, would that have any change on a funeral? Sorry I've never been to one, so I was just curious. Well does a stint as a military police officer count as "being in the military"? He's in law enforcement, a detective for 25 years.
Asked by Clam Chowdah - Sun Jan 11 13:47:47 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. For law enforcement, a lot of it depends on the department that they retired from, how far away they live from that department and how they died. We recently did one for a member who worked at a very large city department. The officer was older, died of an illness and had been retired from that agency for more than 20 years. Out of respect to his service, we posted an honor guard and led the hearse to the church and then to the cemetery with our motor. It was too far for the agency to travel. If they die on duty from a duty-related injury or illness or was on active duty when they died from a non-related work injury, arrangements could again change with department policy. If they die while serving but off duty or a retiree, there are… [cont.]
Answered by It is ME!!! - Sun Jan 11 15:35:01 2009

If funeral costs come out of the estate, how do they stay in business?
Q. My father-in-law passed away and his funeral cost was $8,000+ From what I understand, the funeral costs come from the estate, but in his case, he doesn't have enough money to cover it. Is this common? How would funeral homes stay in business? What is the advantage to pre-planning/paying if no one except the estate is responsible for the bill?
Asked by Jackie S - Sat Mar 7 10:19:40 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

What type of insurance should I buy to pay for my funeral expense?
Q. I am single. I do not make enough money to be able to save for my funeral. When I save money some emergency always comes along to take it. I do not want my family to have to pay for my funeral expenses. All I want is enough to bury me and that won't be a fancy affair. I am 49 years old. What should I buy? pebbalop - I had never heard of Funeral Expense Insurance. That is why I asked the question. To find out my options. Thanks for letting me know there was such a thing.
Asked by Sharon P - Mon Dec 17 15:28:27 2007 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Funeral insurance is basically a low face value, whole life insurance policy. Frankly, if you put the money in a mayonaise jar, you'll be better off, IMO. You're probably looking at $5,000 of coverage. I have no idea what that would cost at your age, but it's not likely to cost less than $50 a month. And if you put that money into a jar, you can have your $5,000 in about 8 years. If you buy a small face value whole life policy with it, then 9 years from now, you're still paying $50 a month. Life insurance companies are basically betting you're going to live long enough to pay in MORE than they're going to pay out. And they're generally right.
Answered by mbrcatz - Mon Dec 17 20:02:34 2007

Is it disrepectful not to follow a funeral procession to the cemetary?
Q. I'm going to attend a funeral service for a close family friend. After the funeral service, there will be a funeral procession to the cemetary. I suffer from a panic disorder and combined with the sadness due to my loss, I'm afraid that I will have a panic attack during the procession. Would it be disrespectful to the family if instead of being in the procession, I go my own way and stay far back?
Asked by turboevol - Fri Jan 2 14:49:37 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. No, I don't think so. What is respectful is that you care and make the effort, if you can, to go to the funeral. There is no point in making yourself ill or panicked trying to do something that will upset you. What you think in your mind, even if you cant go along to the funeral, is what is important. That is your own private thoughts of the person who has died. It is your link to them, and that is what is important in the end. So do what you can, if you can be there, but I wouldn't feel bad if you are not part of any procession. Take care. x
Answered by Lilac Sky - Fri Jan 2 14:55:32 2009

What is the bare minimum funeral expense in Tennessee?
Q. I am thinking I want to give as little money as possible to the funeral home. I am considering cremation, with my ashes in a plastic bag, being spread out in the back yard or something. Maybe a small service in the house. I don't want my family to get "robbed" like the local funeral home did when my Dad died. It seemed like they were like car salesmen, trying to add extras we really didn't need or want.
Asked by Josephus - Thu Jun 18 05:28:53 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Try Yellow Pages
Answered by g6ypk - Thu Jun 18 11:10:22 2009

What kind of flowers do you buy for a funeral?
Q. Yeah I wanted to know what type of flowers to buy for a funeral since my teacher's son died recently.. I was thinking of buying a dozen white roses but I'm not sure if it's proper to give it. Thanks 8D!
Asked by Annabelle - Tue Feb 3 15:50:18 2009 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You can search a floral site like Teleflora for ideas for pre-made arrangements. I think all white would look nice, especially if he was young. And check with your local florist as well, and they will give you good ideas in your price range. You can give them a price point and if you want, an idea of certain flowers and colors and they will take it from there.
Answered by Kimberly W - Tue Feb 3 16:01:58 2009

What legal route should I take for my own funeral arrangements?
Q. How do I make sure my famiy doesn't get control over my funeral arrangements and my friend does?
Asked by xandercycloptic - Sun Dec 10 18:50:23 2006 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments

A. First, you can actually make all of your own funeral arrangements, you can contact the funeral home that you wish to use and they will assist you in making the arrangements and keep a record, you can go back and make changes as you wish...and pre pay too. You can also make a will, with an attorney to ensure that your wishes are as you want after your death. Give a letter to your friend, including the name of the attorney to be contacted asap after your death.
Answered by catywhumpass - Sun Dec 10 18:57:07 2006