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Consider Funeral Pre-Planning

Planning a funeral for a loved one is never an easy experience. In addition to being a time of mourning and sadness, it can also be a time of high stress caused by last minute organization and planning. You can make the process of arranging a funeral easier for your loved ones by pre-planning. Here is a look at some of the advantages of pre-planning a funeral.

• You Can Remove the Burden of Planning from Your Loved Ones

When a loved one passes away, it is important thing spend time with family and share memories of the recently deceased. Pre-planning your funeral can provide your family members with time to accept the loss and mourn together. You will have the chance to organize all of the details of the funeral ahead of time as a gift to your family members. Instead of having to make last minute arrangements, your loved ones will be able to spend time with family.

• Your Funeral will Match Your Wishes

A funeral is an important event for everyone involved. Knowing that the funeral has been arranged to your liking will help put your family members at ease and allow them to feel comfortable honoring your memory. In addition, because all of the details are pre-arranged, your loved ones won’t have to worry about anything going awry. Seeking help from a funeral home director will ensure that your funeral is perfectly planned. Whether you want a simple ceremony or a more detailed, ornate affair, pre-planning will ensure that the funeral is appropriate and provides your loved ones with a chance to mourn.

If you want to know more about the benefits of pre-planning a funeral, call Chapel of the Chimes at (866) 475-9407. We offer a wide range of pre-planning packages, making it possible for you to plan an appropriate funeral.

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A Look at Mausoleums

Mausoleums are aboveground structures designed to hold caskets or urns. Both the size and capacity of mausoleums can vary greatly. There are a number of reasons why you may choose a mausoleum as the resting place for a recently deceased loved one, including discomfort with the idea of a relative being buried underground and a preference for the comfort and solace offered by indoor visitation. Continue reading to learn more about mausoleums.

• Famous Mausoleums

Historically, mausoleums have been built as expressions of undying devotion or love. The Taj Mahal, for example, is one of the most elaborate monumental mausoleums. This structure, which is located in Agra, India, is one of the world’s most famous mausoleums. Built by Shah Jahan for his wife, the Taj Mahal has become a symbol of eternal love. Other famous mausoleums include the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery. The Pyramids of Giza are the world’s oldest known mausoleums and were built to house the remains of Egyptian pharaohs.

• Private Mausoleums

Today, smaller, private mausoleums are much more common than monumental ones. Private mausoleums are generally built for a specific family and can be designed to hold any number of caskets or urns. These mausoleums provide a great way to provide tribute to a family by serving as the resting place of several relatives. Private mausoleums can be designed in a multitude of ways. Chapel of the Chimes can design your private mausoleum based on your preferences and budget limitations. A garden mausoleum combines natural beauty with the elegance of aboveground entombment.

If you want to know more about mausoleums, call Chapel of the Chimes at (866) 475-9407. For families that have recently lost a loved one, a private mausoleum is a wonderful way to preserve your relative’s memory while offering family members a tranquil and beautiful place to visit.

Learn More About Memorial Options And Our Signature Services With These Resources

If you would to read more about innovative ways of memorializing your loved one or about choosing between burial and cremation, the following resources may be of interest to you.

• Choosing music for your loved one’s funeral may not be the first funeral planning task that comes to mind, but it is an important one. FuneralServicesGuide.com can offer you some helpful advice.

• If someone you love has recently died and you do not know how to begin planning the funeral, you may find this funeral planning guide helpful.

• Learn who has the legal right to make decisions about your funeral at the Funeral Consumers Alliance website.

• TheLightBeyond.com offers some helpful advice on determining whether burial or cremation is best for your loved one.

• If you have questions about cremation, take a look at this guide from the International Cemetery, Cremation, and Funeral Association to find the answers.

To speak with a caring and experienced funeral director in the East Bay, call Chapel of the Chimes in Hayward at (866) 475-9407.