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Why Pre Planning Your Funeral Might Be a Better Choice
It might seem unusual to consider preplanning your funeral. However, once you get past the initial curious feeling, the realities of life make it a positive choice for most people. None of us want to leave this earth without a proper send off. By working with...
Pre-Planned Funerals: Where to Start
Being prepared is a great way to reduce stress about a situation, and pre-planning a funeral is no different. Close friends and family have a tough time when someone passes, and having to arrange a meaningful send-off while simultaneously grieving a heartfelt loss...
Why A Prepaid Funeral Can Be An Investment
Being prepared is an excellent approach to all difficult things in life, and a funeral is no different. Pre-planned funerals in Perth are a reliable way to ensure you have the sendoff you want, while removing stress for your beloved family when the time comes. ...
Leaving a Bequest in Your Will
Leaving a Bequest in Your Will Your will allows you to make a gift of any possessions and money you leave behind once you pass away. This is called a bequest. It can be made to any individual or organisation of your choosing. For example, many people choose to leave a...
How Does Body Donation Work?
How Does Body Donation Work? Body donation is different from organ donation, as the whole body is used rather than selected parts. Donating your body to an institution such as a university is a generous way of advancing research in medicine and science while helping...
Do I Need Funeral Insurance?
Do I Need Funeral Insurance? Daytime TV is saturated with advertisements for funeral insurance. They warn of the significant financial impact that organising a funeral can have on your loved ones when you pass away. They also argue that insurance is the...
What Are the Benefits of Pre-planning Your Funeral
What are the Benefits of Pre-planning Your Funeral When someone dies in the family, it’s common for everyone to feel confused about what to do first when it comes to funeral arrangements. Planning at short notice can be difficult, especially when processing grief....
Music at a Funeral
Have you ever been to a funeral and thought “this song describes my loved one perfectly?” Or perhaps you heard the music and thought it was highly inappropriate, or something you would never choose. In the words of Hans Christian Andersen, ‘where words fail, music...
What is Involved in the Funeral and Final Disposition Planning Process
Many people understand, at least theoretically, what is involved in a funeral service. We identify the location for the service, notify loved ones and coordinate the details of the service; from flowers to eulogy to music and the wake. Following the service, many...
Talking To Loved Ones About Final Wishes
Many people feel uncomfortable broaching the subject of death, but when someone passes they often wish they had. Understanding the wishes of your loved one for when they pass eases the decisions that follow. The planning of a funeral service and thinking of how you...
Get in touch for more information about Our Funeral, Cremation and Burial Services
It is our responsibility to ensure we meet your individual requirements in any way we possibly can. For more information on burials, cremations or any of our other services, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.
Because you never know when you’re going to need us, our team is available to contact 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We can talk you through the services and processes of a funeral with a dedication to quality of care, and answer any questions you have. Call us on (08) 9459 2846 or alternatively, send an email to info@hetheringtonfunerals.com.au.
