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Does the thought of making funeral arrangements make you nervous? Are you unsure what to expect when someone passes? If you’re uneasy about the process, then making funeral arrangements can add tension to an already stressful time.

Those who pre-plan their funerals have a way of letting their family know what they want after it’s too late to tell them directly. Does this describe how your family has prepared for their final wishes?

If you want to learn more about being prepared for the inevitable, then invest 20 minutes to listen to this episode of Forever in their Hearts where host Erik Reynolds interviews Valerie Martell, Director of Operations for Martin Brothers Funeral Services in Vancouver, about making funeral arrangements without fear.

The First Step in Eliminating Fear of Funeral Arrangements

The episode kicks off with Valerie explaining what you can expect when you step foot inside the funeral home to begin making funeral arrangements. Fortunately this is something that Vancouver residents do not have to do too often within their lifetimes.

Making funeral arrangements can be a stressful process, especially if the people at the funeral home never met your lost loved one. Valerie explains the process of how Martin Brothers tries to overcome this challenge.

If you’re not sure what to expect when making funeral arrangements, then you risk letting your nerves get the better of you while trying to honor your loved one.

How Being Prepared Can Soothe Some Feelings of Anxiety

Next Valerie explains the suggested timeline for making funeral arrangements. The potential first day of planning may come as a surprise to you. She also goes on to discuss answers to the following question:

- What if I’m too emotional on the day my loved one dies?
- What documents do I need to bring to the funeral home?
- What if the costs are more than my family’ budget?

Now ask yourself these questions: Do you know the first step in making funeral arrangements after a loved one dies? Has your family planned ahead for making funeral arrangements without fear?

If you answered “No” to either or both of these questions, then it’s time to consult with a funeral director to learn how you can take some of the stress out of the process by planning ahead.

What You Can Do to Help Take the Fear Out of Funeral Planning

Then Valerie shares some tips on thing you can do to help make things easier when planning a funeral on the Semiahmoo Peninsula. Not everyone plans for their own funeral in advance, so it helps to know what you can do to help your family through the process.

Your immediate family are some of the first people to show up at your funeral, so it only makes sense to include them in the pre-planning process. Families that openly talk about this sensitive topic are more prepared to honor one another in case of the inevitable.

Knowing who will pay for the funeral needs to be planned as well. Your local funeral director is there to present option to fit your family’s lifestyle and budget. Why aren’t you taking advantage of the opportunity?

Valerie wraps up the episode with some final tips for how you can eliminate some of the nervousness and anxiety associated with planning a lost loved one’s funeral or memorial service.

Are You Ready to Take the Fear Out of Your Funeral Arrangements?

Do you want to help your family plan ahead? Have you thought about sharing this podcast about making funeral arrangements without fear with a friend or family member?

Listen to the entire episode now, and then share your questions, comments, and personal experiences regarding this topic below. We look forward to discussing your feedback.

Martin Brothers Funeral Services has more than 100 years of experience in providing thoughtful, dedicated services to families dealing with loss. If you are ready to take care of funeral pre-arrangements, have additional questions about their services, or are dealing with a loss, please contact them at their Vancouver office.

Martin Brothers Funeral Services

Vancouver: Funeral Services Centre
3398 Dunbar Street
Vancouver, BC Canada V6S 2C1
Telephone Number: 778.330.7799
Toll Free Number: 1.800.382.2901
Fax Number: 778.330.7633

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