FAQ’s
Why should I plan a funeral for my loved one?
What tasks are involved in arranging a funeral?
There can be as many as 200 tasks when planning a funeral. Many of them are listed below. Our Funeral Director will coordinate most of these for you, after meeting with you at a private consultation.
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Obtain the signature of the attending physician, coroner or medical examiner on the required certificate; file the certificate with the registrar of vital statistics where the death occurred
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Ensure compliance with government regulators
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Transfer the deceased from the place of death to the funeral home (local or out of town)
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Obtain family history
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Make decisions regarding the remains of the deceased
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Determine the budget (if funeral has not been pre-arranged)
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Determine the funeral or memorial service location(s), such as church, chapel, or graveside
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Plan for a viewing/visitation and determine open or closed casket
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Choose the final resting place (cemetery, mausoleum, private land, etc.)
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Make necessary arrangements with clergy, church and cemetery officials
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Obtain certified copies of the death certificate, as necessary
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Procure the burial permit and file with the cemetery
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Select and purchase the casket, outer burial container or urn
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Select a monument/marker
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Order and schedule the delivery of all products/merchandise
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Compose and submit newspaper and other media notices
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Choose clothing & jewelry
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Select poems, scripture, readings
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Select music: taped, live musicians, etc.
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Choose pallbearers
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Arrange for transportation of the deceased
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Secure flower/equipment trucks, as necessary
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Purchase acknowledgement cards, register books, memorial folders, etc.
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Purchase a door wreath & flowers
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Arrange for family transportation
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Complete social security papers and secure social security benefits
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Secure Veterans benefits (if applicable)
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Secure life insurance benefits (if applicable)
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Contact insurance agents
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Complete accounting, clerical and filing work
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Answer telephone calls
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Notify other organizations that your loved one participated in
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Deliver flowers to local nursing homes, hospitals etc. following the funeral
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What costs are associated with funerals?
Some people cannot afford basic funeral services. Is financial aid available to the poor?
ABOUT US
Welcome to Goodson Funeral Home, Inc. | Our professional and caring staff takes pride in providing high quality and affordable funeral services that meet the special needs of your family.
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PLANNING
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