Questions about Funerals? Check the Web

Article submitted by Karen Rabenhorst Kerr, Rabenhorst Funeral Homes.
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Most funeral homes are conservative, calm places where change happens slowly. However, many across the country have taken a giant leap into the World Wide Web.

For you, this bold step means instantaneous information on a number of subjects dealing with funerals.

• Memorialization Options – Today, there is wide array of options for families to remember, share and celebrate a life--from traditional services to cremations. If you choose cremation, you can still plan for a traditional visitation prior to the cremation, or a memorial service following the cremation.
   
• Grief Support – Look for information on coping with grief, when you or someone you love may need it. Included are local contact sources for free bereavement support groups. These caring organizations can help someone through the usual steps of grief: shock, denial, anger, guilt, sadness and finally acceptance.
   
• Pre-Arrangement Information – Learn how planning for the inevitable with life insurance can spare your family added stress later. Also, make your final wishes known by filling out and printing an on-line pre-arrangement information form. If you want information on funding the pre-arrangement, there's a direct link to an insurance agent, who can explain a variety of specially designed life insurance policies.
   
• On-Line Selection Room – Get selection and price information on products and services. This important feature, in combination with the on-line pre-arrangement form, can give you an idea of the cost of a pre-arranged or at-need service.
   
• Directions – Especially important to the out-of-towners, there are maps to the funeral home's location with links to related services, such as churches, cemeteries and nearby hotels.
  Currently, our Memorials & Services section may still be under construction, but soon residents will be able to get information about:
   
• Current Services – Find out the times and locations for visitations, services and burials. Also, you can offer a prompt condolence, send flowers or make a charitable contribution.