Cultural Funeral Planning Guide: Questions to Ask
Organising a funeral ceremony is complicated, particularly when a family has to balance traditions, family expectations and legal requirements. Funeral directors can be very useful in these situations, as they understand that different cultures have different practices ranging from ceremonial timings to cremation preferences. They ensure that no arrangements and preferences are overlooked, and the family experiences a grand and memorable event. Arrangements and preferences are overlooked - F uneralsofcompassion UNDERSTANDING THE ROLE OF THE FUNERAL DIRECTOR IN CULTURAL FUNERALS A funeral director has to work 360 degrees apart from just organising logistics. An important part of funeral director services includes coordinating the service providers, liaising with cemeteries or crematoria, and, most importantly, providing guidance on cultural practices. They work closely and in complete coordination with the family members to understand specific traditions and provide them with s...