Personal information
If available, bring the person’s full legal name, date and place of birth, address, Social Security information requested for official records, parents’ names, marital status, occupation, and veteran documents. Sensitive information should be shared only through the funeral home’s secure process.
Clothing and personal items
Ask before bringing clothing, jewelry, glasses, cosmetics, photographs, or other personal items. The funeral director will explain what is appropriate for the selected care and service arrangements.
Service ideas
Note any preferred place of worship or venue, clergy or celebrant, music, readings, speakers, pallbearers, organizations, military honors, livestream needs, and reception plans. A rough list is enough to begin.
Obituary details
Gather close family names, significant life events, education, work, service, interests, and approved donation or floral information. One family member should review the final wording, names, dates, and service details.
Cemetery or pre-arrangement records
Bring cemetery deed or plot information, an existing pre-arrangement, insurance assignment documents, or other plans only if they are available. The team can help locate the next step when records are incomplete.
Questions and price information
Write down the questions that matter most and request the General Price List. Ask which expenses come from Alderwell and which come from the cemetery, crematory, newspaper, clergy, or other third parties.
GENERAL INFORMATION
This article offers general funeral-planning information. State requirements, cemetery rules, contracts, insurance, veterans benefits, probate, and health matters may require guidance from the relevant provider or qualified professional.
