The term "Pre-Arrangement" is used to describe the process which allows a person to plan their service before they actually need it. This is a safe and very compassionate way to plan your service and save those you love from the decision-making process after your death.

Planning makes sense! For the same reasons you write a will, make retirement plans, or buy life insurance, people feel that it is a good idea to plan for the future and make their funeral plans before they are needed. Having served many area families, we realize how difficult it can be after the loss of a loved one, it is an emotional and stressful time when it is hard to think clearly. Prearrangement is a practical gesture because it allows you to make unhurried, informed decisions that you and your family can share in planning together. This thoughtful preparation offers an expression of one's own personal wishes, gives peace of mind and can relieve the financial burden on family members. Preplanning can be as simple or complex as you want to make it. One can discuss everything from casket selection, musical selections and payment options; or just leave statistical information and instructions with us.

After discussing your situation and wishes with us, together we can create a plan that best meets your individual needs.

There is also an unexpected benefit that comes from preplanning your funeral. Preplanning allows the subject of death to be acknowledged and discussed in a practical manner. Mental health is never achieved by denial of death. By discussing the practical matters of funeral arrangements we allow ourselves to frankly acknowledge that death is a reality of life. This acknowledgment helps us come to terms with our fears. We are freed to treasure every day we have and live life to its fullest. Think carefully about what will be best for you and your family and discuss why you want certain arrangements. Allow your family to have input into your service as well. They will be the ones that are celebrating your life. By doing so, they have a healthy outlet for their grief and anxiety. Giving them the privilege of performing a last act of recognition, honor, and respect will speak beautifully to all.

The benefits to prearranging:

1. Make wiser, more informed choices at a less emotional time.
2. Lock-in your price and guard against inflation.
3. Give yourself and your family peace of mind.
4. Ensure your wishes are known.

3 Simple Steps to Prearranging:

Of all the things you can do for your family, planning and funding your funeral may be one of the most considerate and caring. No other thing will do as much to ease their minds and comfort them in their time of loss. You can use the form below to begin making your arrangements. It's something you can do now free of charge, it's easy, and it's affordable.

Step 1 - Gathering Information
This is just a matter of putting down all your biographical information about your life, career and your family. All the facts you'll want everyone to know and remember. This is also a good time to write down all the personal information that will make your funeral more meaningful, things like hobbies and special interests. For your convenience we have a PERSONAL INFORMATION GUIDE below.

Step 2 - Making Arrangements
With this step, you'll sit down with a funeral director and make choices about your funeral or memorial service, what type of casket or urn, vault, the services you want, and other details. We will explain all your options, outline the costs, and make recommendations if you would like. It's easy and convenient and it only takes about 30 minutes.

Step 3 - Funding The Funeral
Grace Manor Funeral Home offers pre-funding through Homesteaders Life or United Funeral Benefit Life Insurance Company, which lets you completely alleviate the financial burden on your family. Wayne or Jeff will work with you to set up a pre-funded plan to fit your budget. By obtaining a pre-funded funeral plan with Grace Manor Funeral Home, you can LOCK-IN the costs of your funeral today. If there is excess money in your funeral fund after payment, it is returned to your designated beneficiary. Any pre-funded funeral arranged with any other funeral home in the area may be transferred to Grace Manor Funeral Home so that you may be able to receive a better value.

Prearrangement Form

You can take the first step in prearranging now. Simply fill in the form below or call us to make an appointment.

Your Full Name:

Your Email Address:

Your Maiden Name:

Street/Mailing Address:

City:

State:

Date of Birth:

Place of Birth:

Social Security Number:

Spouse's Name:

Spouse Survived? Yes     No

Marital Status:

Date of Marriage:

Place of Marriage:

Names of Previous Spouses:

Names of Parents:

Address of Parents (if still living):

Names of Children:

Addresses and Phone numbers of Children:

Names of Brothers and Sisters:

Addresses and Phone numbers of Brothers and Sisters:

Names of other friends and relatives who should be notified:

Addresses and Phone numbers of other friends and relatives:

Occupation:

Names of present and previous employers:

Addresses and Phone numbers of present and previous employers:

If you are a veteran

Date of enlistment:

Place of enlistment:

Date of discharge:

Place of discharge:

Rank:

Service Numbers:

Organization or outfit:

Commendations received:

Location of discharge papers:

Flag desired to drape casket:

Religious affiliation:

Professional and fraternal organization memberships:

Education (list schools attended and dates of any degrees or honors received):

Names of newspapers for obituary:

Organ Donation (list of authorized card and anyone who should be notified):

Funeral director or funeral home you prefer:

Clergyperson or anyone else you would like to officiate:

Funeral Service Location:

Visitation instructions:

Music, hymns or readings you would prefer during your service:

Memorial Donations you would like in your memory:

Names and Addresses and Phone Numbers of casket bearers:

Cemetery Name:

Address and location of cemetery property (include lot and grave number):

Casket and/or vault preference:

If you wish to be cremated, include disposition preference:

Location of will:

The name of the executor of your estate:

Address and phone number of the executor of your estate:

Location of safety deposit box and key:

Attorney's name:

Attorney's address and phone number:

Location of checking accounts, checkbooks, savings accounts and passbooks:

Credit cards and charge accounts to be canceled. (For security purposes do not list Credit Card Numbers here, just the names of cards.)

Insurance company name and policy numbers:

Location of insurance policies:

Any additional instructions: