Getting Started

Getting Started

Arranging a service can feel like a lot to handle, but you don’t have to face it by yourself. Our team is here to guide you with care and compassion, helping create a meaningful tribute and space for remembrance. The information below offers a starting point, and you’re always welcome to reach out whenever you need assistance.

The First Hours

If a death occurs at home or somewhere other than a medical facility, emergency services will need to be contacted before your loved one can be transferred into our care. If they were receiving medical treatment, reaching out to their physician is also recommended.

When a passing takes place in a hospital, hospice, or care facility, the staff there will handle notifying the appropriate authorities. If a funeral home has already been selected, they can assist with coordinating next steps.

Medical and emergency professionals will guide you through the initial documentation, including the medical certification and other required forms.



This time can feel overwhelming and deeply emotional. You are not expected to have all the answers. If you’re unsure what to do or simply need guidance, you can reach out to us at any time — we are here to support you.

The Days That Follow

In the days after a loss, you may begin notifying close family members and friends. This can be done through personal calls as well as a formal death notice. If this feels like too much, it’s perfectly okay to lean on someone you trust to help communicate on your behalf.



This is also when you’ll want to review any arrangements your loved one may have made in advance and meet with a funeral director to begin planning. If no plans were in place, you’ll be guided through several key decisions, such as:

• Whether burial or another form of final care is preferred
• If burial is chosen, selecting a casket and deciding on a grave or mausoleum
• If another option is chosen, selecting a memorial vessel and determining final placement
• Coordinating any faith-based or spiritual elements
• Choosing the type of gathering, such as a visitation, memorial service, graveside service, or celebration of life

These choices don’t need to be finalized immediately. They are simply a starting point, and our team is here to help explain options and ease the decision-making process.

What We’ll Cover Together

When you meet with our team, we’ll review a general price list so you have a clear understanding of available services. We’ll then spend time learning about your loved one — their life, values, and the memories you wish to honor — so we can help create a meaningful, personalized service.

During this meeting, we may assist with completing required paperwork, scheduling services, selecting memorial items, preparing an obituary, and coordinating transportation or participants.



To help the meeting go smoothly, please bring any available information such as personal details, military records (if applicable), insurance information, a recent photograph, and clothing you’d like us to use for the service.