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 The "To-Do" List:
Things to bring with you to the arrangement conference
We believe every service deserves to be truly memorable, flawlessly planned, and correct to the finest detail. You can rely on our family of professionals. We're here to help. The following is a checklist of important information to bring with you to the arrangement conference:
Vital Statistics Needed:
- Full legal name
- Full legal address
- Marital status
- Date and place of birth
- Last place of employment (name, town, state)
- Occupation
- Years of education
- Social security number
- Place of burial, entombment or cremation
- The name, address, and phone number of person in charge of these arrangements
- Parent's names (including mother's maiden name)
- Physician's name, phone number, and address if known
- Veteran's discharge papers
- Cemetery deed or grave location
Biographical Information Needed:
- Names, town and state of residence of survivors (Don't forget brothers, sisters, and possible close friends or partners)
- Chronological order of places of residence
- Memberships in clubs, organizations, volunteer work and positions held
- Religious affiliation, church memberships(s), and positions held within the church
- Military information
- Education/schooling (be specific with degrees, and years of graduation if possible)
- Alumni organizations
- Special hobbies, interests and awards received
- Personal remarks about the deceased
- Work history (positions held, years of service, awards, etc…)
- Charitable donations that will be made in the name of the deceased
Funeral Information Needed:
- Where and when do you want visiting hours or a gathering?
- Where and when should the ceremony be held?
- Should there be any special services by civic and volunteer group?
- Name of clergy, church, and religious affiliation
- Who are to be pallbearers?
- What newspapers should we be contacting (local, state, national)?
- Is monument work to be done?
- How many certified copies of the death certificate will you need?
Clothing and Other Items Needed:
- Color picture of the decedent (It will be returned to you in original condition)
- Clothing, including underclothing (What would you like to see your loved one wearing?)
- Shoes are optional
- Jewelry, glasses, personal effects (rosaries, icons, prayer books, medals, etc…)
- What personal effects should be returned to the family, and what should stay with the deceased?
Next Step: The Arrangement Conference
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