M any who have undergone the emotional strain of arranging a funeral within hours of losing a loved one have made the choice to pre-plan their own funeral. Doing so lifts the burden from their loved ones by relieving decision-making pressure at a time of grief and emotional stress. This allows them to concentrate on supporting each other, rather than being asked to make several major decisions at a very emotional time.

Funeral arrangements are a deeply personal choice. Pre-planning provides you with the time needed to make practical, detailed decisions that reflect your standards, lifestyle, taste and budget. You can express your own wishes. Often families are confused about what is proper. They may agonize over what you would have wanted. By selection your options in advance, there is no doubt. And, you can even change your mind later, if you wish. And we assure you and your family that the choices you make will be carried out as planned.

When you finalize your plan, we can advise you of the total cost. You do not have to set aside funds for your plan, but doing so protects you against escalating funeral costs. By ensuring that the necessary funds are set aside, you help relieve yourself of unnecessary future worry and your survivors of many unexpected expenses.

You may be amazed at how good it makes you feel to get your wishes on file with us. Enjoy the peace of mind that decisions have not been left for others to face. By talking with one of our Funeral Planning Professionals, you will receive all of the information you need to decide what is right for you.

We are anxious to answer all of your questions, and there is, of course, no cost nor obligation for our pre-arrangement services.

S ince 1960, the number of pre-planned funerals has increased by 1000%. That is not too surprising, considering the benefits of pre-planning and pre-funding a funeral. When pre-planning a funeral, all of your thoughts and wishes are planned for. Your family will know what you want, and not what they think you want. At Hamilton Funeral Home, we'll help you put it in writing. Writing it down will help avoid family disputes, or involvement by others who may not know what your wishes are. Your loved ones won't question: "Did we do the right thing? Did we forget anything? Is this what she/he wanted? Did we spend too much?" Many questions are eliminated when you get your wishes on file with Hamilton Funeral Home.

H amilton Funeral Home offers many different services. Our training and experience have prepared us to help, to reassure, and to understand when a family faces the loss of a loved one. We are here to replace confusion with calm, doubts with certainty, and questions with answers. Here, one finds a quiet gentleness in an atmosphere of dignity, efficiency, and trust. We believe your service choice is a personal decision. At Hamilton Funeral Home we explain the options available, and then allow you to make your own decisions. Call us anytime – 507-532-2933.