Have you considered pre-planning your funeral? Are you aware of what information you need to make funeral pre-arrangements based on your preferences? Considering funeral options in advance can relieve your family’s burden when tragedy inevitably strikes.

Planning your final wishes offers so many benefits, like financial savings and peace of mind. Have you given any thought to concerning funeral options available to you?

If you want to learn more about funeral pre-arrangements based on a person’s preference, then listen to this episode of Forever in their Hearts, where host Erik Reynolds talks with Valerie Martell, Director of Operations for Martin Brothers Funeral Services.

The best way to consider your funeral planning options is to know what’s available. This interview provides you with the facts you need to make informed decisions about funeral pre-arrangement.

Deciding on Cremation Versus Burial

The episode begins with Valerie offering advice to help listeners choose between cremation or burial. Nobody likes to think about making this decision but it is something we must face eventually.

Next Valerie shares some of the benefits of each choice based on influential details such as family traditions and final resting places in the Greater Vancouver area - including the sea.

There is no right or wrong answer when it comes to choosing whether you prefer burial or cremation. Talking to a funeral director can help answer your questions and put your mind at ease.

Exploring Non-Traditional Funeral Options

Then Valerie offers information about options besides cremation or burial. She also takes time to provide answers to questions such as:

- Can I have a normal service if I donate my body to science?
- Are personal mementos allowed with a non-traditional funeral?
- What other decisions do I have to make besides burial vs cremation?

Now ask yourself these two questions: Do you have questions about your funeral options? Do you need a trusted professional to provide you with information? If you answered “yes” to either or both of these questions, then the comments section below is a good place to get started.

Preparing for Your Pre-Arrangement Discussion

Next Valerie explains what happens when you come to the funeral chapel pre-arrange your final wishes for your memorial service or funeral.

She goes on to explain specific pieces of information you need and gives an idea of what sorts of things you might have to look up.

Valerie takes a few moments to explain how Martin Brothers in Vancouver keeps this personal information safe.

The episode wraps up with Valerie sharing some final bits of information about funeral pre-arrangements based on a person’s preference.

Are You Ready to Make Funeral Decisions?

Does funeral pre-planning sound like something that would benefit you and your loved ones? Do you have questions about information in this podcast? Share your comments below where we can discuss them together.

Martin Brothers Funeral Services has more than 100 years of experience in providing thoughtful, dedicated services to families dealing with loss. If you are ready to take care of funeral pre-arrangements, have additional questions about their services, or are dealing with a loss, please contact them at their Vancouver office.

Martin Brothers Funeral Services

Vancouver: Funeral Services Centre
3398 Dunbar Street
Vancouver, BC Canada V6S 2C1

Telephone Number: 778.330.7799
Toll Free Number: 1.800.382.2901
Fax Number: 778.330.7633

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