Journal > How Long Does It Take To Arrange A Funeral?

Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult moments we experience in life, and arranging a funeral service is often the last thing you want to focus on while grieving. Perry & Oster Funerals can minimise the stress and pressure during this highly emotional time with our funeral planning services. In this blog, we’ll explore the timeline of arranging a funeral and outline key factors to consider for your service.

Contact A Funeral Home

The first step in arranging a funeral is to contact a funeral home. The funeral director will guide you through the process and provide you with a general timeline of what needs to be done. At Perry & Oster Funerals, we can accommodate most requests for funeral service dates and times. Once you have selected a funeral home, the funeral director will meet with you to discuss the finer details of the service.

Meet The Funeral Director

The funeral director will ask you about your preferences for the service, including whether it will be a burial or cremation, the type of casket or urn you would like, and the location and time of the service. They’ll also assist with other arrangements, such as obtaining death certificates and arranging for transportation of the body and walk you through other convenient services offered at the home.

Set A Timeline

In most cases, a funeral can be arranged within a few days. This can vary depending on several factors, such as the availability of the funeral home and the type of service you want. Planning can also take longer if there are delays in obtaining the necessary paperwork. Still, our funeral director will work with you and maintain open communication to ensure minimal stress is involved throughout the entire process.

Key factors to consider for a funeral service can include:

• Budget
• Location & time
• Number of guests
• Religious or cultural customs
• Catering
• Service program, including speakers

It’s also a great idea to personalise the service by finding ways to reflect the personality and values of the deceased. There are many ways to achieve this, such as donating to their favourite charity, wearing their favourite colour or serving their favourite meal.

Hire A Funeral Planner

Hiring a funeral planning service can be a great option for those who want to ensure that all the funeral details are taken care of. Funeral planning services can help you with everything from choosing a funeral home to selecting a casket or urn, arranging transportation and even providing grief support.

The main benefit of hiring a funeral planning service is that they can help you save time and reduce stress during an already difficult time. Funeral planning services have experience and expertise in handling all aspects of the funeral process. Perry & Oster Funerals provides funeral planning services to give you peace of mind knowing that everything is being taken care of.