How to Plan a Funeral

Funeral planning can be confusing and stressful for a family. Our staff at Metropolitan Funeral Chapel will guide you through every step of funeral planning. We've also put together this page to help you better understand how to plan a funeral.

Funeral Planning Checklist:

1. Final Disposition Options - We explain all options to families in great detail so an informed decision can be made.

2. Choose the Type of Ceremony - If you choose to have a ceremony, we work with you to arrange the type of ceremony. We can arrange various types of ceremonies from very traditional ceremonies to more personalized celebration of life ceremonies.

3. Information Gathering – One of our staff members will ensure all the vital information is gathered from you and your family.

4. Selection of Memorial Items – We offer a wide range of memorial items including vaults, urns, caskets, flowers, memorial DVDs and Executor’s Planning Kit.

5. Handling the Logistics – We will ensure everything runs smoothly on the day of the funeral including the valet to pick up the family and how the remains will be transported.

6. Financing Options – We will review your total quote and walk you through our various financing options.

7. Finalize the Arrangement – Once we have finalized all your choices and the details, a permanent file will be created at Metropolitan Funeral Chapel.

Our funeral planning guide also consists of the resources below which includes information on planning a cremation service and a celebration of life.

The First Decision: Burial or Cremation?

Cremation or Burial Options. We encourage all families to consider whichever option suits them best at the time of need.

Preparing For a Funeral Service

What is involved in preparing for a funeral service? The specific details largely depend on whether you are a member of the immediate or extended family, or simply a guest. Learn more about preparing for a funeral in this section of our website.

How to Plan a Cremation Service

Choosing cremation doesn't mean there can't be a remembrance service. Learn how to plan for the memorialization of a loved one through ceremony and remembrance.

How to Plan-a-Celebration of Life

Because it's an opportunity to showcase someone's unique life story and achievements, today's celebration-of-life is a deeply personal event. If you think such an event is the right choice for your situation, here's what should know about planning celebrations-of-life.

Funeral Service Trends

Today's families can choose from a wide variety of funeral services ranging from the traditional to a more personalized celebration-of-life. In this section, we invite you to learn more about the change in funeral service trends.

We invite you to contact us at (585) 436-7730 or by email at drogers@metrofuneral.net.