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Grace Manor Funeral Home offers a wide choice of services. We gladly welcome any questions or concerns you may have regarding these services. Please feel free to use the form contained in contact us or call us directly at 918-647-3000. Our services include:
We understand the value of our services and the importance of personalization. Because details are so very important to the families we serve, we have created a variety of unique ways to add special touches and memories for your loved one including:
There are any number of situations that can put your family in need of making long distance funeral arrangements. Perhaps your mom and dad moved to Florida after retirement, but wish to be buried in Poteau. Or maybe your brother lives in California , and is unable to fly back to Poteau where the services will take place, but still wants to take part in the memorial. It is important that you call Grace Manor Funeral Home first, to take charge of all the necessary arrangements. This ensures that there is no duplication of expenses by contacting a local funeral home. As today's families move further from home, funeral directors have adopted ways to help you bring your loved one home to their final resting place, or find ways to involve family and friends that can not travel to the ceremony. No matter how unique your circumstances are, Grace Manor Funeral Home can help you find a way to make it happen. Why a funeral? Funerals fill an important role for those mourning the loss of a loved one. By providing surviving family members and friends a caring, supportive environment in which to share thoughts and feelings about the death, funerals are the first step in the healing process. The ritual of attending a funeral service provides many benefits including:
It is possible to have a full funeral service even for those choosing cremation. The importance of the ritual is in providing a social gathering to help the bereaved begin the healing process. Types of Tributes A funeral is so much more than a way to say goodbye; it's an opportunity to celebrate the life of someone special. Today, a funeral can be as unique as the individual who is being honored. From simple touches like displaying personal photographs to events created around a favorite pastime, funerals can reflect any aspect of a person's life and personality. The following are questions you can use to help you personalize a service:
For additional ideas on personalizing a funeral, please contact Grace Manor Funeral Home. What did the person like to do? Often people have hobbies that become more than just a casual pastime. Their activity could have been as much a part of who they were as their smile. Why not showcase that important part of their life during the funeral? Incorporating a hobby can be as simple as:
By adding these or other personal touches to a funeral, the service becomes a reflection of the person's life and personality. What was the person like as an individual? One way to enhance a funeral is by bringing a piece of the person's personality to life. Consider what made that person special, what made them who they were? Then find ways to link their individuality to traditional aspects of a funeral service. As an example, an avid cowboy or cowgirl may want to ride of into the sunset one last time. Tasteful ways to honor their wish include:
Other themes you may want to consider:
What was the person like as a professional? Many people take great pride in their career. Perhaps they dedicated a lifetime to a profession that transformed into more than just a job. If this holds true for your loved one, you may want to consider ways to include their professional life into their funeral service. Following are two examples of how you could incorporate a profession into a service:
Was the person spiritual? Through organized religion or personal beliefs, most people have some sense of spirituality in their life. Often those values are from the very core of who the person was in life. Therefore, you may feel it is important to incorporate the individual's sense of spirituality into their funeral service. Following are ideas on how to incorporate spirituality into a funeral service:
Arranging a Funeral At some time in our lives, most of us will make or assist in making funeral arrangements. This can mean making many decisions at a very difficult and emotional time. Funeral directors are there to offer help and guidance during one of life's most difficult times, but there are things you can do to help yourself:
Plan a personalized ceremony or service to help you begin the healing process. Getting through grief is never easy but having a meaningful funeral or tribute will help. Thinking about cremation? As more people are choosing cremation, funeral service professionals are striving to give consumers a true sense of what their many options are for a funeral service. Often funeral directors find that people have a preconception that they have fewer choices for a ceremony when selecting cremation for themselves or a loved one. Therefore, they request direct cremation and deny the surviving friends and family an opportunity to honor them with a memorial service. In actuality, cremation is only part of the commemorative experience. In fact, cremation can actually increase your options when planning a funeral. The following information is meant to help you build an understanding of what cremation is, allowing you to make an informed decision when arranging a funeral for yourself or a loved one. Cremation FAQ What happens during the cremation process? How hot does the cremator get? How long does it take to cremate a body? Are cremations done individually? Is the body exposed to an open flame during the cremation process? When after death can a cremation take place? Is any other preparation required prior to cremation? Why is refrigeration of the remains necessary? Is embalming necessary for cremation? Are there special cremation caskets? Can a casket be rented instead of purchased when choosing cremation? Do all funeral homes and cemeteries have a crematory? Is cremation a substitution for a funeral? Do I have to make different funeral arrangements if I choose cremation? Can we have the service before or after the cremation? What can be done with the cremated remains? Can I scatter the remains on private property? What is memorialization for a cremation? Why is having a place to visit so important? If I am cremated, can I be buried with my spouse even if he or she was in a casket? Can I take the cremated remains home? How big of a price difference is there with cremation compared to standard ground burial? Do all religions permit cremation? What happens during the cremation process? The casket or container is placed in the cremation chamber, where the temperature is raised to approximately 1400 degrees to 1800 degrees Fahrenheit. After approximately 2 to 2 1/2 hours, all organic matter is consumed by heat or evaporation. The remaining bone fragments are known as cremated remains. The cremated remains are then carefully removed from the cremation chamber. Any metal is removed with a magnet and later disposed of in an approved manner. The cremated remains are then processed into fine particles and are placed in the container provided by the crematorium or placed in an urn purchased by the family. The entire process takes approximately three hours. Throughout the cremation process, a carefully controlled labeling system ensures correct identification. How hot does the cremator get? Although there are several manufacturers of cremation units, the optimum temperature range is 1400 degrees to 1800 degrees Fahrenheit. How long does it take to cremate a body? Cremating at the optimum temperature (1400-1800 degrees), the average weighted remains takes 2 to 2 1/2 hours. Several more hours may be required before the cremated remains are available to the family. Are cremations done individually? Yes. Laws require that only one casket or container be cremated at a time. Is the body exposed to an open flame during the cremation process? Yes, the body is exposed to direct heat and flame. Cremation is performed by placing the deceased in a casket or other container and then placing the casket or container into a cremation chamber or retort, where they are subjected to intense heat and flame. When after death can a cremation take place? Because cremation is an irreversible process and because the process itself will eliminate any ability to determine exact cause of death, many states require that each cremation be authorized by the coroner or medical examiner. Some states have specific minimum time limits that must elapse before cremation may take place. Your local funeral service provider can advise you of applicable regulations, if any. Is any other preparation required prior to cremation? It is essential that pacemakers and other medical devices be removed prior to cremation. They may explode when subjected to high temperature, which can be hazardous to crematorium staff and equipment. In addition, any special mementos, such as jewelry, will be destroyed during the cremation process. Anything you wish to keep should be removed by the funeral director before the casket or container is transferred to the crematorium. Cremation is becoming increasingly popular, especially amongst the baby boomer generation. Among the many reasons for this growing trend is the breadth of options cremation provides for a final memorial service. Cremation gives people the flexibility to search for types of tributes that reflect the life being honored. But this doesn't mean that aspects of traditional funeral services have to be discarded. Even with cremation, a meaningful memorial that is personalized to reflect the life of the deceased could include:
Commonly, cremated remains are placed in an urn and committed to an indoor or outdoor mausoleum or columbarium; interred in a family burial plot; or included in a special urn garden. Cremation also gives families the option to scatter the remains. This can be done in a designated cemetery garden or at a place that was special to the person. Today, cremated remains can even become part of an ocean reef or made into diamonds. What ever you choose, cremation or burial, traditional services or contemporary celebrations, your NFDA Funeral Director is there to help you. Why prearrange? Thinking about one's own funeral leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more people are finding that planning their own service offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families. With prearranging, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of mind to not have to make important decisions at a stressful time. When considering prearranging, you should contact Wayne or Jeff. Our funeral directors can walk you through the prearrangement process. We recommend prearranging for everyone and developed the Consumer Preneed Bill of Rights as a resource for understanding what to expect from a prearrangement contract. Once you've made your prearrangements, keep a copy of your plan and any pertinent paperwork in a safe place. Also, inform a close friend or relative what arrangements you've made and where the information may be found. If you choose, there are several ways to prepay for your funeral that can offer you financial benefits. However, prepaying is not required, but an option that many individuals find helpful. If you feel prepaying is wise for you, then be sure to go over all available options with your funeral director. Remember, like with any contract, ask any and all questions you may have regarding your prearrangement plan before you sign an agreement. There are several methods available to prepay for a funeral:
Each method has its advantages. To help determine which option is best for you, make sure to ask your funeral director the following questions:
Understanding Grief If you are visiting this section, it is likely that you recently experienced a loss. We know this is a difficult time for you, and we hope the information you find here will help you get through your experience. We each grieve in our own individual way. How we handle the loss of a loved one depends on our personal backgrounds, and even on how the person died. But there are some common threads that run through all kinds of grief. Understanding these basic elements will help you understand that you are not alone in how you feel. Frequently Asked Questions About Grief Grief Relief by Victor Parachin How long does grief last? This is probably the most common question asked by the bereaved. Because every griever is a unique personality, there is no single answer to this question. In most cases, the pain associated with grieving begins to subside considerably in the second and third years following loss. This means that there are more good days than bad ones; that the heavy, depressive feelings in earlier months begin to break up with more hopeful, optimistic feelings replacing them. Many bereavement authorities believe that most grief adjustments take between two and four years to be completed. Of course, some adjustments are shorter and some are longer, depending upon personality factors and the nature of the relationship with the deceased. What are the signs of grief? On the emotional level, the bereaved experience some of the following: disbelief, shock, numbness, denial, sadness, anxiety, guilt, depression, anger, loneliness or frustration. The physical symptoms of grief can include tightness of the chest or throat, pain in the heart area, panic attacks, dizziness or trembling. Grievers also report sleep disturbance, as in either too much or not enough sleeping. All of these emotional and physical symptoms fall within the normal range of response to the loss of a loved one. I feel like I am going crazy. Is this normal? This is perfectly normal. Indeed, grief can be accurately described as a "crazy" time in one's life. In her book, Nobody's Child Anymore, Barbara Bartocci writes: "The important thing to realize about mourning is that it's normal to feel slightly crazy. You will forget things. You will drive your car as if on autopilot. You will stare at the papers on your desk and feel paralyzed to get any work done." Bartocci offers this simple and practical advice: "This might be a good time to carry a small notebook with you. Write down things you need to remember. Don't rely on your memory. Let your boss know why you're not functioning at your usual one-hundred percent. Be patient with yourself. Be as understanding of you during this time as you would like others to be." Will I ever stop crying? Even though it may be difficult to believe, the tears will come to an end. This will not happen abruptly but gradually, and even after the intense crying ceases, there may be times when hearing a favorite song or seeing a favored place will bring a moment of sadness along with a tear. Keep in mind that crying is healthy because it is an emotional and physical release. Writing centuries earlier, Shakespeare had it right: "To weep is to make less the depth of grief." Do all people grieve in the same way? While many aspects of grieving are universal —feelings of sadness, numbness, confusion, depression — there is no single prescribed way to grieve. Grieving is an individual endeavor. Some want to have many people around with whom they can share and explore their feelings. Others prefer to deal with loss more privately. Most people report that grieving is much like being on an emotional roller coaster. It is worth noting that the "ride" down is usually the prelude to the "ride" up. Do men and women grieve differently? The cultural stereotypes of women and men in grief are inaccurate. Generally, they portray women as being expressive with their grief while men are the "strong and silent" type. The reality is that some men need and want to express and share their feelings, while some women prefer to do their grief work in a more low-key way. Bereavement styles have less to do with gender and more to do with basic personality traits. Grieve in ways that are most helpful and healing for you. The holidays are coming. How can I cope with them? It is not only holidays that are difficult because there is an "empty chair," but also anniversaries, birthdays, Mother's Day, Father's Day and so on. Here are some effective ways to manage these special days:
I feel very angry. Why is this and what can I do with the anger? It is not unusual to feel angry. Sometimes the anger is directed at the deceased love one, sometimes toward other family members, sometimes at medical staff, or sometimes toward God. The anger will subside, but you can take the edge off it through exercise, hard physical activity, such as housework or gardening, and by talking about the angry feelings. What helps the grieving process? Even though grievers often feel helpless, there are important steps and actions they can take to make the grieving process flow more smoothly and toward a more rapid resolution. Here are some ways to cope with the pain of loss: Seek out supportive people. Find a relative, friend, neighbor or spiritual leader who will listen non- judgmentally and provide you with support as you sort your way through grief. Join a support group. Being with others who have had a similar loss is therapeutic. Express your feelings. Do this by confiding in a trusted friend or by writing in a journal. Feelings expressed are often feelings diminished. Take care of your health. Eat balanced, nutritious meals. Rest properly. Find an exercise you enjoy and do it regularly. If you have physical problems, consult with your physician promptly. Find outside help when necessary. If your bereavement feels too heavy for you to bear, find a counselor or therapist trained in grief issues to offer you some guidance. I have an opportunity to relocate. Would this be good for me? After a death, the temptation to make changes can be acute. Such changes can include selling off your home, taking a new position, or making a career change. Unless there is some pressing reason for the change, a good rule is to postpone any major change for at least one year following the loss. Grief authority Rabbi Earl Grollman advises: "You may be tempted to make a radical change in your life—to sell your house, to move someplace different, to make a fresh start, away from your familiar home and all the painful memories. Wait awhile. The time is not right for major decisions. Your judgment is still uncertain. You are still in horrible pain. Getting used to a new life takes time, thought and patience." Ten Common Myths & Realities About Grief Writing to an advice columnist, a woman expressed these concerns about family members who are in grief. "My brother and his wife lost a teenage son in an auto accident six months ago. Of course this is a terrible loss, but I worry they're not working hard enough to get on with their lives. This was God's will. There's nothing to do about it. The family has been patient and supportive, but now we're beginning to wonder how long this will last and whether we may not have done the right thing with them." A faulty understanding about bereavement shapes this woman's concern. Like many others, she does not have accurate information about the grieving process. The woman incorrectly assumes that grief is of a short duration and ends within a specific time frame. Whenever there is a loss to death—spouse, parent, child, sibling, grandparent—grievers struggle with a variety of confusing and conflicting emotions. Too often, well-meaning individuals who say and do the wrong things because they are uniformed about the bereavement process complicate their struggle. Here are 10 of the most common myths and realities about grief. Knowledge of these issues is extremely helpful for both the bereaved and those wishing to help them. The bereaved gain assurance that their responses to a death are quite normal and natural. Simultaneously, family, friends, religious leaders and other caregivers have the correct information about grief, thus enabling them to respond more patiently, compassionately and wisely. Myth #1. "It has been a year since your spouse died. Don't you think you should be dating by now?" Reality. It is impossible to simply "replace" a loved one. Susan Arlen, a New Jersey physician, offers this insight: "Human beings are not goldfish. We do not flush them down the toilet and go out and look for replacements. Each relationship is unique, and it takes a very long time to build a relationship of love. It also takes a very long time to say goodbye, and until goodbye has really been said, it is impossible to move on to a new relationship that will be complete and satisfying." Myth #2. "You look so well!" Reality. The bereaved do look like the non-bereaved on the outside but inside, they experience a wide range of chaotic emotions - shock, numbness, anger, disbelief, betrayal, rage, regret, remorse, guilt, etc. These feeling are intense and confusing. One example comes from British author C.S. Lewis who wrote these words shortly after his wife died: "In grief, nothing stays put. One keeps emerging from a phase, but it always recurs. Round and round. Everything repeats. Am I going in circles, or dare I hope I'm on a spiral? But if a spiral, am I going up or down it?" Thus, grievers feel misunderstood and further isolated when people comment in astonishment, "You look so well!" Helpful responses should simply and quietly acknowledge their pain and suffering through statements such as "This must be very difficult for you," "I am so sorry," "How can I help?" or "What can I do?" Myth #3. "The best thing we can do (for the griever) is to avoid discussing the loss." Reality. The bereaved need and want to talk about their loss, including the minutest details connected to it. Grief shared is grief diminished. Each time a griever talks about the loss, a layer of pain is shed. When Lois Duncan's 18-year-old daughter, Kaitlyn, died because of what police called a "random shooting," she and her husband were devastated. Yet, the people most helpful to the Duncans were those who allowed them to talk about Kaitlyn. "The people we found most comforting made no attempt to distract us from our grief," she recalls. "Instead, they encouraged Don and me to describe each excruciating detail of our nightmare experience over and over. That repetition diffused the intensity of our agony and made it possible for us to start healing." Myth #4. "It has been six (or nine or 12) months now. Don't you think you should be over it?" Reality. There is no quick fix for the pain of bereavement. Of course, grievers wish they could be over it in six months. Grief is a deep wound and takes a long time to heal, and that time frame differs from person to person according to their unique circumstances. Glen Davidson, Ph.D., professor of psychiatry and thanatology at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, tracked 1,200 mourners. His research shows an average recovery time from 18 to 24 months. Myth #5. "You need to be more active and get out more!" Reality. Encouraging the bereaved to maintain their social, civic and religious ties is healthy. Grievers should not withdraw completely and isolate themselves from others. However, it is not helpful to pressure the bereaved into excessive activity. Erroneously, some caregivers try to help the grieving "escape" from their grief through trips or excessive activity. This was the pressure felt by Phyllis seven months after her husband died. "Several of my sympathetic friends who have not yet experienced grief firsthand suggested that I interrupt my period of mourning by getting out more," she recalls. "They say, solemnly,'What you must do is get out among people, go on a cruise or take a bus trip. Then you won't feel so lonely.' I have a stock answer for their advice: 'I am not lonely for the presence of people, I am lonely for the presence of my husband.' But how can I expect these innocents to understand that I feel as though my body has been torn asunder and that my soul has been mutilated? How could they understand that for the time being, life is simply a matter of survival?" Myth #6. "Funerals are too expensive and the services are too depressing!" Reality. Funeral costs vary and can be managed by the family according to their preferences. More importantly, the funeral visitation, service and ritual create a powerful therapeutic experience for the bereaved. In her book, What To Do When A Loved One Dies, author Eva Shaw writes: "A service, funeral or memorial provides mourners with a place to express the feelings and emotions of grief. The service is a time to express those feelings, talk about the loved one and begin the acceptance of death. The funeral brings together a community of mourners who can support each other through this difficult time. Many grief experts and those who counsel the grieving believe that a funeral is a necessary part of the healing process and those who do not have this opportunity may not face the death." Myth #7. "It was the will of God." Reality. The Bible makes this important distinction: life provides minimal support but God provides maximum love and comfort. Calling a tragic loss the "will of God" can have a devastating impact on the faith of others. Consider Dorothy's experience: "I was nine years old when my mother died and I was very, very sad. I did not join in the saying of prayers at my parochial school. Noticing that I was not participating in the exercise, the teacher called me aside and asked what was wrong. I told her my mother died and I missed her, to which she replied, ‘It was the will of God. God needs your mother in heaven.' But I felt I needed my mother far more than God needed her. I was angry at God for years because I felt he took her from me." When statements of faith are to be made, they should focus upon God's love and support through grief. Rather than telling people, "It was the will of God," a better response is to gently suggest, "God is with you in your pain," "God will help you day to day," or "God will guide you through this difficult time." Rather than talking about God "taking" a loved one, it is more theologically accurate to place the focus upon God "receiving and welcoming" a loved one. Myth #8. "You are young, and you can get married again," or "Your loved one is no longer in pain now. Be thankful for that." Reality. The myth is in believing such statements help the bereaved. The truth is that clichés are seldom useful for the grieving and usually create more frustration for them. Avoid making any statements that minimize the loss such as, "He's in a better place now," "You can have other children," or "You'll find someone else to share your life with." It is more therapeutic to simply listen compassionately, say little and do whatever you can to help ease burdens. Myth #9. "She cries a lot. I'm concerned she is going to have a nervous breakdown." Reality. Tears are nature's safety valves. Crying washes away toxins from the body that are produced during trauma. That may be the reason so many people feel better after a good cry. "Crying discharges tension, the accumulation of feeling associated with whatever… Types of Losses If you have recently lost a loved one, most likely you are grappling with a mix of difficult emotions. Maybe you are in shock at the sudden death of a family member. Or perhaps interwoven with your sorrow is a sense of peace for a friend who suffered through a trying battle with cancer. While understanding grief is a complicated thing, it can help to look at how the circumstances surrounding a death can influence your feelings. The following sections are meant to give you insight into how your situation may be affecting your grief. Discussing Death With a Young Child Experiencing the death of the loved one is painful enough on its own. But having to explain to a child that Daddy or Grandma won't be here to do fun things with anymore makes the experience all the more difficult. As a parent or significant adult in a young child's life, they will look to you for support, answers and advice while they work their way through their grief and develop an understanding of death. The following information is a guide to help you discuss death with a young child. Commonly Asked Questions about Children & Grief Five Simple Ways to Help a Grieving Child Explaining Death to a Child Now that you understand how children grieve, what can you do as a mom, uncle, grandpa or close family friend to help them get through this? The following is a list of do's and don'ts to help you when talking to children about death compiled by NFDA grief educator and minister Victor M. Parachin. DO be honest about death. As hard as it may be to break the news to a child, honesty is the best policy. It is far worse for a child to accidentally discover the “secret” and then be told “We thought it was best not to tell you.” DON'T use euphemisms. Explaining death to a child as “Uncle Johnny went on a long trip” or “Grandma Betty is sleeping” may instill fear in the child of going on a trip or to sleep. It is better to explain in simple phrases like “dead means a person's body has stopped working and won't work any more.” DO help children express their feelings. Encourage children to cry-out their grief and talk out their thoughts and feelings about death. DO be a good listener. Like adults, children need to talk about the loss and their feelings connected to it. DON'T tell a child how to feel. Let a child experience and express grief in their own way. DO offer continuous love and assurance. Children need to know they are loved to feel secure. By being present and available during the difficult mourning process, parents can help their children bear the pain. DON'T hide your grief from children. Seeing you grieve will let children know that it is normal and healthy to cry and feel sad after death. DO invite others to help your children. Often, someone outside the family can provide much needed additional comfort, concern and care. DON'T assume children will just “get over it.” Whether you are dealing with a young child or adolescent, be proactive and provide all of the comfort and consolation you can. DO nurture faith but DON'T blame your personal religious god. Often a death will draw religious questions from a child. Explaining to a child that “God needed daddy,” or “It was Allah's will,” can create future spiritual problems. Instead, remind your child that “Buddha shares our pain and will help us get through the crisis.” Commonly Asked Questions about Children & Grief How do children grieve?
Signs or symptoms of grief can include, but are not limited to:
Unlike adults, children have a difficult time sustaining strong feelings. Therefore, mood swings and outbursts of emotion are common. Should children attend funerals? Yes. Attending the funeral allows the child to be apart of the family at a time when they need love and attention the most. If the child is leery of the funeral, perhaps you can arrange a private moment before or after the service for the child to say goodbye. Or ask your funeral director if their facility has a playroom where that child could stay until the service is complete. The important thing is that the child is with friends and family and not isolated from the situation. Do children need an advance explanation of what to expect at a funeral? Learning what to expect at the funeral is very reassuring for children. Be honest and clear when explaining the details. Remember, children take things very literally so try not to use euphemisms in your explanations. For young children, simple statements are sufficient. For example, explanations like a funeral is a way to say “goodbye” or a casket is a nice box that holds the body, will help them understand. How can we protect children from the loss? It is impossible to protect children from the pain of loosing someone they loved. Trying to hide the death from them will only delay their inevitable realization that the person is no longer a part of the child's life. It is better to include children in the mourning experience and teach them a healthy way to deal with their feelings. Should children see their parents and/or family grieving? Yes. Children learn how to express their own feelings by example. If a child is able to witness important adults in their life openly grieving, then they too will be able to express their feelings of loss. Sharing how they feel is often an essential part of the healing process. How can adults help a grieving child? Adults need to provide a supportive, caring environment in which children are allowed to openly express their feelings. This includes hugging the child, listening to them talk about their feelings, letting them know it's ok to cry, and that they will not feel such deep sadness forever. Some children may want to be more creative in how they express their emotions. Writing a letter to the deceased, drawing a picture, or composing a song are all excellent ways to release grief and pain. These projects also can be included in the ceremony, giving the child a meaningful way to say goodbye. Can loss permanently scar a child? Often children are more resilient then we think they will be. With support, love and comfort from you and the other important adults in their lives, children adjust and learn to live with loss. Five Simple Ways to Help a Grieving Child
Financial Considerations Funeral expenses are tied directly to the type of service arrangements selected. Our funeral home provides a service to our whole community, each family with different means. Traditional Funeral costs have increased no faster than the consumer price index for other consumer items. A funeral home is a 24-hour, labor-intensive business, with extensive overhead and facilities, automotive equipment, along with obligations to comply with all regulations mandated by state and federal agencies. Costs of our services range from $1370 to $3575. In addition, are merchandise items, such as casket and vault. Our caskets are from leading manufacturers and range in price from $995 to $7000. A casket for the deceased can be a significant part of the cost of a funeral...or, a very small part. We carry an extensive selection of caskets for your consideration. No matter how expensive or inexpensive the casket you choose, you can be assured the quality of our service and commitment to you is unvarying. The outer burial container or vault, are also from the best possible manufacturers and range in price from $695 to $5000. Cash advances arranged by our funeral home may include: cemetery expenses, honorariums to a minister, musicians, grave marker inscription, funeral luncheon, etc. We encourage you to speak candidly with any of our funeral directors about any financial hardship you may be experiencing. We may be able to make suggestions to minimize costs, and discuss possible sources of funding. We welcome comparison funeral prices, but urge you to consider the complete cost: professional services, casket, vault and cash advanced items. Most often, you will find our complete charge compares favorably with other funeral homes. When compared to competition we are often times priced less, and our services provided are second to none. We strive to provide service within the means of all. |
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