Frequently Asked Questions

There are questions that come up frequently in funeral planning. We tried our best to answer them for you here.

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Attending A Funeral

> What are the main aspects of a Funeral Event?
> What should I wear to a funeral service?
> What should I bring to a funeral service?
> What should I say to the grieving family at a funeral service?
> Should I bring children to a funeral?
> Clair Jantzen explaining life and death to his son

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Anne Rust on David Henseleit Funeral Service: make it your own

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Your Emotions

> How do people cope with all the emotions at a funeral service?
> Is there a normal response to losing a loved one?
> Will pre-arranging my funeral make it easier for my family?

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Funeral Service, Burial and Cremation

> The difference between a Funeral Service and a Memorial Service?
> What is a Celebration of Life?
> Why do we memorialize?
> Burial vs. Cremation
> Do I need a casket for cremation?
> What should I consider before scattering cremains?
> Can I keep cremated remains at home?
> Cremation vs. Alkaline Hydrolysis - What is it?
> Are burials outdated?

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Funeral Service: the day itself Anne Rust on David Henseleit

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Funeral Service: the day itself Beryl Baldeo on Springfield staff

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Planning Ahead

> Why do we plan a funeral service when a loved one passes away?
> Why should I pre-arrange my funeral?
> What should I be aware of when pre-planning my funeral?
> What are the environmental implications of funeral planning?
> What paperwork should I keep current with my pre-arrangement?
> Can an executor make changes to a pre-arrangement?
> Should the body be present at the service?
> Do funeral services need to have a religious component?

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Costs

> How much will my funeral cost?
> How can I reduce the cost of my funeral?
> What if I don't want to have a funeral service?
> What is embalming? Is it necessary?
> What is the point of a fancy casket?
> What is the point of a fancy casket?

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Springfield Funeral Home

> Do I have to deal with a funeral home when my loved one passes?
> How will Springfield help me plan a meaningful funeral service?
> What is the role of a Funeral Director?
> What are the formalities that Springfield will help me with?
> How can creativity enhance a funeral service?
> Role of technology in a contemporary funeral
> What can I expect at our first meeting?

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The Springfield difference Staff: for your support

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