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Funeral Arrangements? I am 20 yrs old and a college student trying to set up funeral arrangements for my grandmother. Does anyone know the average funeral cost? I know it is pretty high up there but am not sure for certain how much I am looking at. Also does anyone know how much cremation costs?

Funeral arrangements? A friend of mine sadly passed away last week and I´ve been asked to help with music arrangements at the funeral. My question is do you suppose this is an appropriate piece to play as the casket is being carried out? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HrPTDU40hO4

funeral arrangements? how long does it take between somone dieing and the funeral being arranged if it is being held in ireland, (the body is in the uk)

How would you set up funeral arrangements for someone who has been murdered? A woman has recently been murdered in her home, and her daughter (whom is a minor) was taken into custody by her father. The parents have been divorced for several months. How would the man (who has been left in charge of her funeral arrangements) be contacted with the police involved? How long would it take for him to set up the funeral arrangements? THANKS!

What legal route should I take for my own funeral arrangements? How do I make sure my famiy doesn't get control over my funeral arrangements and my friend does?

Does the family get to make funeral arrangements when the deceases organs are donated? After the organs have been removed can the family have the body back for funeral arrangements. Or does the hospital keep the body? Will the body be moved from place to place? What actually happens to the deceased body? I'm thinking about being a donor but I want to be buried not floating around in some morgue or classroom for experiments.

What does God think of this sin filled world we live in where people are make funeral arrangements everyday? What does God think of this sin filled world we live in where every 30 seconds people are making funeral arrangements all of the time and where every 10 seconds someone dies.

FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS? Does Jehovah's Witness's have funerals or some type of special ceremony when a person dies.

Have you ever been forced to make funeral arrangements for a loved one & have you ever been asked to cook? And you had no idea what you were doing or what things to do to make funeral arrangements,that you f***ed everything up & everyone got pissed off at you. And when the day of the funeral came flowers didn't match the color of the casket,obituaries were blank and didn't say anything, and everyone just sat in the funeral home for 2 hours with no pastor.

which sibling has the right to decided on the funeral arrangements? Mom left no will and has 3 children. the oldest is a female the second oldest is a male and the third is a female that is also has the POA. all three are equally paying for the funeral. Which child decides. All 3 have different opinions for the funeral.

Have you made your funeral arrangements? Are you going to be buried? or cremated? Have you picked your own headstone....what do you want on it? Do you want certain music played at your funeral....or will you just die and let your family make the arrangements?

What does a person do if they can't find someone to take care of their future funeral arrangements? my neighbor had a friend to take care of arrangements in case something happened to him, but this friend is dying. He has a will and everything. He has one nephew left but he doesn't want to burden this young nephew with that kind of thing.

Poll-Have you ever planned a Christmas party for Christmas day and then had tomake funeral arrangements? How pissed off were you for the loss you will no longer have in this life anymore. My family will have a funeral for a barbie doll on Christmas,she will be buried in a real cemetery.

Who takes care of peoples estates and funeral arrangements if there is no family? What if someone has no family or relatives and they die, say in their home at an old age. Who comes in to clean up, clear everything out, ect if there is no will or anything. I know there is a gov't job for this, but cant seem to find it. Anyone know what Im talking about?

How do i get finicial assistance with funeral arrangements if i cannot afford buriel in Tennessee? Someone i no is dying of an illness and had less than 2 months to live. There family cannot get any type of health insurance because this is a preexisting condition and he is not expected to live past the criteria in order to recieve compensation after death. The family is now stuck with tring to find out how to get the money to bury him in such a short amount of time. Does anyone have any suggestions on what they can do?.

In New York State are pre-paid funeral arrangements tax deductable? I am looking to make some basic pre-paid cremations plans to avoid a financial burden on my relatives. Is this a legitimate tax dedection in NY State? My research says 'no' with the IRS. P.s. All rude and snotty answers will be reported, so take it elsewhere.

Should we start making funeral arrangements before December 12, 2012? Maybe we could save some money.

How do you access a deceased members account to get info on his funeral arrangements to his contacts? I work for a small security products firm in San Antonio, TX. Yesterday a good customer of mine informed me that her husband was killed in Afghanistan this past Saturday. She wanted to know how she could go about getting his contacts' information from his address book to inform his friends of his death and funeral arangements. Can Yahoo Provide this info to her or me?

How long before a person's death does family typically make funeral arrangements? How long, generally, do you think?

Poll-When are you going to start making funeral arrangements for the day Yahoo Answers shuts down?

Have you ever had to go to a cancel a birthday party and make funeral arrangements? Cause when ever thing seemed to be going fine,disaster struck.

What is the exact cost of funeral for a stillborn baby if the hospital takes care of the funeral arrangements ? how much does the hospital chaplain charge to take care of the body of a stillborn baby?

Why do we make funeral arrangements and pick out a nice casket only to bury it underground where dirt & ants? will dirty it up and when it rains the water will seek into the ground wetting the casket and forming mud. I want to be buried.

Have you plan your funeral arrangements? is your funeral paid for or will they need donations?

How many of you just found out that you have to help make funeral arrangements for someone? Who was very healthy but died and doctors couldn't find the reason for their death?

Anyone know the funeral arrangements for Senator Kennedy? I'm planning on taking time off from work to pay my respects to the family to thank him for his service to our country. Any information appreciated

Do your loved ones know your wishes or preferences on medical care and funeral arrangements? Have you given someone power of attorney? Have you stated clearly and in writing what can of treatment (like life support and resucitation) would you like and what you rather not endure? Have you put in writing your wishes as to donating your body to science or being buried, cremated, or harvesting your organs etc?

Is it legal for a family member to not include is siblings in the funeral arrangements? His not trying to have a service. My grandfather deserves a respectful service. He served his country and he was respected in the community

if you broke ties with you parents, if they died are you still responsible for their funeral arrangements etc? If they were abusive and you no longer had contact? Usually they try and trace the nearest relative, but could you refuse to have anything to do with it? Joe B, Some parents are best forgotten and should never have been parents in the first place, especially when you're told you wern't wanted time and time again during childhood, and abused. I wouldn't feel bad about letting the state take care of arrangements.

What are the funeral arrangements for Jame Harlan Walker in Devine, Texas? ;What time is the memoral service at the 1st Baptist Church in Devine, TX on Monday the 4th of May, 2009

Has anyone made their own funeral arrangements? I have not, but it does sound like it might be fun, in a sick kind of way Think about it, you can pick the music you want to have played, who and where you want to be buried, how people should dress, the food that will be served, on and on and on,,,,,think I might have everyone come nude,,,wouldn't that be different

How much lead-based paint would I have to consume before I should start making funeral arrangements?

Is there some organization that helps with funeral arrangements for people with no money?

Please help me with funeral arrangements? Can anyone in Queensland or NSW Australia tell me which agencies i can get in touch with to help our family pay for funeral costs. I know there are plenty but im having trouble finding numbers or people to get in touch with . Please help we need to make arrangements

how to make funeral flower arrangements? I want to learn how to make funeral flower arrangements

What are the Roanoke, Virginia laws governing funeral arrangements? I want to make Pre-Arrangement Funeral plans and I need to know the laws governing what I can and cannot arrange. Any lead to finding these laws online will be helpful. I thank you all in advance.

How long are funeral arrangements? My friend is going to one but she wants to know how long they are.

How long is appropriate to keep funeral floral arrangements? My boss passed away and some people sent flowers to the workplace, how long should i leave them out before taking them down? I don't want to be disrespectful and take them down too early, then again don't want to be tacky and leave them out too long.

What happens if you do not have a will or funeral arrangements done by the age of 40? I mean we have ours done, but I know of some that don't and have a house and children. I keep trying to tell them, you need to get it done. But, I really don't know what happens if you don't have anything in writting. Does it have to be legalized? What happens?

When ordering flower arrangements to be sent to the funeral home, how much does it generally cost? My asian friend's father passed away. He was in his mid to late seventies. I have to order flowers to be sent to the funeral home but I don't know how much it would cost to order these kinds of flower arrangements. Anyone know?

When Jesus returned from the dead after 3 days did he make it in time to cancel the funeral arrangements?

Would you purchase preneed funeral arrangements for yourself or loved ones?

Who pays for funeral arrangements if a person has no money or family to pay for it?

My Godmother, who was Catholic, passed away this morning. How quickly are funeral arrangements made? I am trying to get an idea how quickly I will need to make flight reservations. Your input is appreciated. I just received the news early this morning so I am waiting to hear from the family what the funeral arrangements. Yes it is a very small town. I would like to know how soon the funeral is so I can I can give as much advance notice to my employer and schedule flight.

where do I find help to help pay for funeral and burial arrangements without life insurance? my sister just died she have no life insurance I need some help paying for her funeral and burial so her 8 children can see her put away nice please some one repond quickly I running out of time. Thank you

Do you have pre-planned funeral arrangements? Someone from the cemetery called me yesterday to verify information about my preplanned funeral and burial arrangements. After writing everything down, Tammy, the gal at the cemetery assured me that's all she needed and said "You're good to go Sir." "Thanks" I said.....

When a person dies, what are the details regarding funeral arrangements if the funeral is Christain? 1. Is it usually on a particular day of the week ? (ie. Mon, Tues, Sat, etc). 2. How long after the person dies does the funeral tyically happen? 2a. Does this depend on age of deceased or any other factors?

Funeral-Have you made your funeral arrangements so that everything is set before your time comes to die? The song in this video is a hit,I am going to get the CD,buy me a funeral casket,get dressed up and get in the casket with the song in this video playing and I will pretend that I am dead.click here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJa1JJcY8bo&feature=related

Have you made any arrangements for your funeral yet? If you believe in providing for your retirement, why not your funeral?

Chinese funeral arrangements in Florida? Anyone knows anything about it? Have you been through this experience before? I'm at lost as to what to do. My dad was a chinese buddhist and he just passed away. We're all Catholic, except for my mom. Here in the Tampa, Florida, such things could be a hassle as our community isn't that large. I wonder if there are service providers here that provide services like prayers, funeral arrangements, cremation advice, funeral related goods and stuffs, etc.

How can one contact Michael Jackson's family in regards to funeral arrangements? The petition is for June 25th.

If someone passes away on a Friday, when are funeral arrangements usually made for?

Have you written out instructions for your funeral arrangements ? When my mother died, my sister and I nearly came to blows over what music should be played....we were both just a bit stressed, and the choices we had to make just took us over the top. I decided that my kids wouldn't have to go through all that, so have written down a nice description of the sort of thing I'd like. I'm not a control freak, conducting things from the grave, so to speak....but just want them to be able to relax and say, well Mum wanted this and that. Have you done something similar ?

Help in funeral arrangements? I recently buried my father and was wondering if anyone knows where I can find a nice headstone for the grave site. I want one that is in arabic and english. Thank You and may Allah reward you greatly Inshallah. As salamu alaykum.

My mom passed away, her job sent me two of her checks, how can i cash them to use for funeral arrangements?

Is it very rude, not to be notified about a death in the family or the funeral arrangements?

What were Julius Caesar's funeral arrangements? I'm doing an obituary for him for social studies, and so far google hasn't been very helpful. Maybe someone here has done a similar project? IDK, whatever. answer if you can please:)

Are there any organizations in DC that will help pay for funeral arrangements? my brother has died and was receiving social security and I only havc $255 towards the funeral

How much lead-based paint would I have to consume before I should start making funeral arrangements?

POLL: Would the ultimate funeral arrangements include Milli Vanilli and Kinder Surprises? What music and/or top quality snacks will you be requesting for your funeral?

I need some advice on "pre-need funeral arrangements." I ask this question about a year ago and got some very good advice and information, and I made a copy of the answers, but I HAVE LOST THAT SHEET OF PAPER. If you know about "pre-need" companies and plans, please give me some good advice on what to look for and what to look out for. I am not "nearing death," but at my age, things like that need to be considered.

Trusting your family for Funeral Arrangements? What can you do to ensure that your funeral goes exactly like you want it? I remember that when my Grandfather died my grandmother had his entire funeral done catholic style...and My grandfather would have hated that...he wasn't catholic he was Pentacostal and he spoke many times to the rest of his family about how much he didn't want to have anything to do with the Catholic faith(my grandmother is catholic) So after seeing this how can I make sure this doesn't happen to me....I know a will could state your wishes but how can you be sure they actually go through with what you want. I mean your dead so it doesn't matter but seriously, I really want it to reflect me and not what my family wants. Any suggestions? This is a serious question...and yes I know that I will be dead and it won't matter.

I have no life line on my palms, should I make my own funeral arrangements soon? Thanks for the inspiration,

funeral arrangements for john s breeze at mcdougal and brwn funeral home on kingston rd toronto? passed away august 14th

Funeral Arrangements - List of What to Do Needed? I am looking for a website or a list you can write out that lists what to do when planning a funeral for a loved one. I have a website for pregnancy and infant loss. Right now I am working on a section called Putting Your Child to Rest. I want to create a practical down-to-earth easy-to-follow list for: a. funeral arrangements b. burial c. cremation d. memorial service e. other types of services. Any information you have or websites with such information I can pull from would be greatly appreciated. I looked online but found information about planning your own funeral and that is not quite what I am looking for. Just FYI: I am not actually planning a funeral but am looking for information to pass onto others.

Atheists, how would you like your funeral arrangements to differ from a religionist? Deviant, Galway bay, one of my favourite places!

I want to learn how to make funeral arrangements? I want to learn to make funeral arrangements. I am an apprentice funeral director and my boss has been doing roleplaying with me...like giving me different scenarios to deal with and then planning out a funeral based on that specific scenario. Are there any pointers/tips/suggestions to help make my transition into the position of "arranger" easier? I understand the arrangement process and know what needs to be done but going about getting it done and tactfully seems to be the hard part. Any suggestions... (side note) I have not yet been allowed to make arrangements with an actual client yet....and that will happen soon, so comments/suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!!!!

will the fans get to view MJ's body?why can't the family make funeral arrangements and stick with them.it? would be a shame if some fans have traveled thousands of miles for nothing.

UK- Is the money spent on funeral arrangements taxable to the estate? (when someone dies) Does someone get a certain amount tax free to spend on funeral arrangements? Or is any money spent on funeral arrangements tax free? If any amount is tax free, would money spent making your ashes into a diamond be tax free too? Or would the value of the diamond be taxed? (though i am not sure a diamond made of ash is particularly valuable on the going market as no one else would really want it?) Yeah, another fun Saturday question... er, sorry! fengirl, what if the diamond is not sold? um i meant "is the money spent on funerals subject to inheritence tax?" is the "value" of the diamond the money spent to make it or the going market rate if one sold it (whether or not its sold?)

Prepaid funeral arrangements and cost? What should I expect to pay, and what type of services, etc. should I look for? Are there any guarantees that I will get what I pay for?

What is the protocol for a Buddhist funeral? My dad's wife's brother passed away unexpectedly and I want to send flowers or something but am not sure what the Buddhist tradition is for paying respects. If I can do something to help the family with arrangements that don;t have to do with funeral arrangements, like buying supplies they may need to take to the funeral home or send the type of flowers normally at a Buddhist funeral, or maybe even donate money to the temple on the decease's behalf. But I don't want to do anything to offend anyone either. Any suggestions?

Not sure what to do with Wake/Funeral arrangements? I recently lost a friend in an accident, but I wasn't exactly close friends with him (didn't hang out much). His wake is this Friday and his funeral the following morning. My girlfriend who also happens to know him through parties I've taken her to is planning some things. She's planning some floral arrangements as well as donation of money to go towards the funeral (he was young and married). I kept thinking about how certain things should be considered such as one's relationship with the departed and in turn how they contribute. I just feel like she's going a bit overboard (don't mean this in a bad way) considering her relationship with him. Wouldn't it be awkward? I'm afraid his friends and family will see what's being contributed and think "wait, who is she? do we know her?" What she wants to do is get me to tell all my friends about it who know him, and see what they think and if they can chip in -- but keeps saying that "she'd take care of it all". I just don't feel right. Help

When a family member dies who is financially responsible for the funeral arrangements? It's been one tough month for my Parents..3 weeks ago my mothers brother died. He was never married,never had kids and didn't have life insurance. So my Parents and my mothers sister paid for the funeral. Now Yesterday my mothers father passed away. My grandfather has my mother and my mothers sister who has to step forward to pay for the funeral yet again.. This is a sad and sensitve time but who is responsible for the funeal cost and arrangements? I am 22 and my husband is 24, My husband has Life insurance that would pay for the funeral arrangements/Final expenses etc. I a stay at home mom, I have life insurance too but not alot maybe 20K, enough to pay for my funeral if I was to die. But today alot of people are not getting life insurance for various reasons. My grandfather died, he has money saved up etc from the buiness he owened but he never had a will so no one can touch the money unless the courts say they can. My Grandfather has money but because of no will, his money cannot be touched. My Parents have money saved too but I was wondering if they didn't have money would it legally be my mothers responsibility since she is the next of kin.

A friend who owns a flower shop died yesterday. Where do I get the funeral arrangement? I been buying flowers every saturday from this local family owned flower shop for the past fifteen years or so. Throughout the course of my purchasing at the flower shop the owner and I have became close friends. She passed away yesterday. Should I send a funeral arrangement from their own shop or from another? Let's face it, people notice these things even in times of mourning. You may ask yourself, Don't you think they'll be too busy planning the funeral to be worried about your stupid arrangement? They have workers, other than the immediate family that assist in putting the arrangements together. I'm in a pickle!

About how much does a filipino funeral cost? I am from the United States and am planning to send money to some relatives to help with funeral arrangements but I am not sure how much to send or how much the funerals in the Philippines cost. Thanks for your help.

Where do I learn how to design floral arrangements? I'd like to go to work in a flower shop and I have some natural talent for flower arrangements but I'd like to learn other thinks like doing funeral arrangements and other stuff. Where can I go to learn how to do flower arrangements like they would do in a flower shop?

I need help with making funeral arrangements? My grandma is really sick and on her way out of this world. I need some advice or tips as to what I need to do.

What training is required for someone to be a funeral assistant? What education is needed for someone to enter the field of funeral arrangements? I am somewhat interested in the field and would like some direction.

Who would you want handling your funeral arrangements if you died tonight? Family, friends, a significant other? Why?

Funeral Arrangements...Appropriate? I'm planning my step dad' funeral reception. It needs to start at like 430 pm. We don't have a home to do it in so a venue is going to have to work. Do we have to feed everyone? Is it tacky if we just did hors d' Oeuvres? What do most people do for the reception after the funeral. I am just tired of thinking about it and any personal experience would be great. Thank you.

can I plant mini roses plants that i received in a funeral arrangement? I have a mini rose plant from a Feb funeral. I have been keeping them in soil and watering them. Am I able to plant them in May? I live in Upstate NY

a pet's funeral proper arrangements and ceremony? my Bunny died - On Easter!, i had him for more than half my life - and all my friends asked if i had a funeral but i said it was childish so i want to know how i would go about having a funeral for my bunny, Mintey.

Looking for a download where you can plan out your funeral arrangements.? Like what songs, flowers, cremation etc... any suggestion? or am I in the wrong category? `

Have you talked to your parents about their funeral arrangements? Cremate? Buried? Church service or wake? We all have to face our parents death, unless they outlive us. Since I live down the road from my parents who are both now in their 70's I think I will end up making the necessary arrangments when it happends.

How can I raisie money for a funeral? My grandmother died on saturday and we are trying to make funeral arrangements but dont have enough money .. what is a way to find donations or grants or something like that? I heard the state gives money but I dont know if its true .. Even if its true I dont know how to get it .. can some one help? .. any help will be helpful .. Thank you.

Do any of you know if there is a funeral flower arrangement book in the market? I need to buy books that has a great deal of photos for funeral flowers arrangement. I also need to get books on room decorating tips for funeral parlor.

How do I make sure my funeral is arranged by the person that I would like to? I live in the UK (Wales). I don't trust my blood family - they hardly know me, and they have some funny ideas about me, and refuse to even recognise my change of name. A friend and I have agreed that we would like to make legally binding arrangements for her to be the one to control the funeral arrangements and service in the event of my death - she lives in europe. Is there any way that this can happen... to make sure that it happens and that there is no chance of anybody else taking control of the funeral arrangements and deciding on the service in the event of my death other than my friend in europe? I've been told that I could name here as an executrix of a will, but that means more than just the funeral stuff, and I'm also worried that it would not be entirely binding, and if it was, I am worried that it could be ignored, depending on who finds the will. It should be noted that I can't afford to pay for my funeral in advance and pre-plan it - nor do I know what I wand... I know only what I don't want and I don't trust my blood family to avoid it... I wish to leave the decision on how it actually goes to my european friend.

Who should I have trusted with funeral arrangements? My mother died 5 weeks ago and I was not in a position to make clear cut decisions at that moment and a Deacon from a local church that my mother attended before she became ill offered to help and there were a few things things I would not have agreed to had I been thinking clearly. I am an only child my father died when I was 14 (about 11 years ago) 2 aunts (mother's sisters) did not offer to help and I did not want to impose. What should I have done? I can not take back what was done, but I may find some answers to help understand where I went wrong. Thank you all in advance.

in UK if no insurance when you die the state buries or cremates you what does that entail? Is there a funeral? I have no insurance can't afford it. my kids won't discuss but I want to be cremated and have my ashes scattered on the thames. Will this be possible if the state has to deal with my body after death? We have no savings or income which would cover any funeral arrangements so am more worried about that than I dare tell them. Does anyone know? wilfred b thank you for your valuable input and to others for trying to help as for those saying 'pay for it' and trying to make me feel worse about things - I am ill and have been to busy struggling to survive until now and raise a family alone so had no way to do anything about insurances (no one will insure you as a young mum who is ill. Over 55's get insurance but have to be paying 2 yrs and then does not cover pre existing ailments such as mine assuming you are going to survive as long as another 2 years.) all sick and disabled parents are not state scroungers, whenever I was well enough I worked and my family have all paid their dues as dues my teacher son (yes this 'scum' actually managed to get her boy through uni - and teacher training, more important than insurance at the time I thought) squigglekit, no home of my own so no back garden - still thanks for the suggestion. My carers dad is in her garden actually. itsasecret is also most reassuring and helpful, so many nice responses I will probably leave the choice of best answer to the community as otherwise would not feel good about it. thank you everyone Dot x

Do you feel that it is our duty to take responsibility for our own funeral arrangements? I find the concept of someone else preparing my death a little too... risque and personal.

funeral arrangements question? i never had to arrange a funeral and i hear they are expensive. I would like to know how to prepare for one. is there a payment plan? i have wife and kids and i dont want her to have to worry. please help. any good reliabbe/affordable companies?

How can you preserve fresh flowers from a funeral arrangement?

funeral arrangements for Helen Marsco Youngstown Ohio?

Do I have a right to sue a funeral home for giving out my mothers arrangements to a nother family member? The funeral home gave out all her personal imformation to this family member also this family member has stolen from my mother this imfomation had her SS# on it my mother isnt dead I am her gaurdian and have been for the past 6yrs Iam just trying to do what is in her best intrest.

funeral arrangements in ireland? my aunt died on sunday and is being buried in ireland, (she died in the uk) how long does it normally take for the funeral, i'm waiting on a replacement passport and hoping it will come in time

Who should pay for the funeral? My uncle died and his estranged wife stated that she didn't want anything to do with the funeral arrangements. She will not make any arrangements and she will not sign over the rights to my aunt so she can make the arrangements. What can the funeral home do and who should pay? When I use ther term aunt I mean my uncle's sister.