Hello, my name is James Baron. Welcome to Ask a Funeral Director. I’ve been a licensed funeral director since 1987. We understand asking questions about death and dying is not easy, so we put together this series to help answer a lot of general questions that are asked very commonly in our industry.
And please, if you have any additional questions, feel free to submit those questions to us.
Ever hear a funeral director say “cremains” and wonder what he or she meant? Here is a simple explanation provided by funeral directors serving families today.
Do you know what a retort is in the context of cremation? Learn more about cremation from a licensed funeral director in your area.
Know what an “at-need” or “immediate need” cremation plan is and who to contact for such a plan. Save time and get answers from licensed funeral directors.
Do you know what it means to prearrange or preplan a cremation? Discover what it takes to plan a cremation in advance and take control of your future.
The time it takes for a death certificate to be completed depends on a variety of factors depending on the situation and local and state laws.
The cremation authorization form plays an important role in the cremation process. Learn why you need it and how a funeral director can help you fill one out.
Some of the information on a death certificate such as years in the country or occupation may seem random, but it actually serves an interesting purpose.
A death certificate is an important document that is completed at the time of a passing. Learn how a death certificate is handled by funeral directors.
Many state officials will require death certificates as proof of a loved one’s passing, and a funeral director can help you figure out who those people are.
The number of death certificates needed depends on the state you live in and how many people need one. A funeral director can help you decide how many you need.
If you pre-arrange a cremation, you may have the opportunity to use financing to make paying for your cremation plan easier. Learn more from a funeral director.
Even if one chooses to preplan their cremation, there are some costs that can only be paid at the time of death. Learn what they are and why they are necessary.
While the cost of a death certificate varies from state to state, your funeral director can tell you about how a death certificate will affect cremation costs.
A funeral director can help you organize the various forms and contact the various people needed for each step in the cremation process.
Families often worry that the ashes they receive after cremation aren’t the remains of their loved one, but there are many processes in place to identify ashes.
Embalming is a complicated process that preserves the body, but is is necessary for a cremation? Funeral directors explain the answer here.
From start to finish, the cremation process involves many steps once a loved one is in our care. Funeral directors explain what happens during cremation.
Other than family and friends, many people and organizations will need to be notified of a passing. Talk with your funeral director to decide who needs to know.
At the time of need funeral directors, doctors, state officials, and others will need certain pieces of information about you or your loved one.
Many people are frustrated when the cremation of their loved one is delayed. Learn the causes of cremation delays to ensure the next cremation goes smoothly.
Ask a funeral director about the kinds of veterans that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs gives for cremation to those who have served our country.
A funeral director may be able to help you plan a service at a National Cemetery with various military honors including a flag and a Presidential Certificate.
Is it possible to carry cremation ashes on a plane? Whether you are planning to scatter abroad or visit grieving family, learn to fly with cremation remains.
Learn how to ship cremation ashes across the nation with the help of a licensed funeral director. You may be surprised by how easy the cremation process is.
Family and close friends are the ones who know their lost loved one best. They are often the ones who write obituaries with the help of funeral directors.
Depending on what services you are using to write an obituary for a loved one, the price of writing and publishing an obituary may vary.
When deciding what to include in an obituary for a loved one, it is important to consider a variety of ideas. A funeral director can help you with ideas.
Choosing to have a memorial service after a cremation instead of a traditional funeral beforehand gives you greater flexibility in planning for the event.
Families often wonder where and how they can scatter the ashes of their loved one to honor their wishes. Funeral directors can help you find the perfect place.
Many families choose to have an urn for cremation, but is it necessary? Learn about your options for quality cremation urns for future plans or immediate need.
IMPORTANT: Please note that this form is not actively monitored. If a loved one has passed away and you need immediate assistance please fill out the form on this page. If you would like information on planning cremation for a future need please contact us here.