Things to Consider

Who would complete my funeral arrangement, if my death occurred tomorrow?

• My son or daughter
• More than one of my children
• A good friend or neighbour
• One or both of my parents
• I'm not sure

What should my funeral cost today or 10 years from today?

• No idea
• Under $1,000
• Between $1,501 and $2,500
• Between $2,501 and $5,000
• Between $5,001 and $7,500
• Between $7,501 and $9,000
• Over $9,000

What would I regret most regarding my funeral arrangements, if death occurred tomorrow?

• The emotional burden my funeral placed on my survivors
• No one knew what I wanted for myself or for my loved ones
• The financial strain it caused my survivors
• The possibility of emotional overspending
• The potential for disagreements and conflict among my survivors
• That I had not taken care of my arrangements, ahead of time

Where will the money come from to pay for my funeral?

• My life insurance
• My savings
• My children's savings
• My parent's savings
• A bank loan taken out by my spouse
• I'm not sure

What should be included in the funeral I want?

• A copper or bronze casket
• A hardwood casket
• A steel casket
• Cremation with a Memorial Service
• Visitation for friends and relatives
• My favourite pastor, priest or rabbi
• I'm not sure