Discussing A Loved One’s Final Wishes Discussing a loved one’s final wishes can be difficult,
but it is important. It is a sad yet unavoidable part of life that none of will
live forever. This conversation can be uncomfortable and upsetting, but it
important that your relative’s final wishes are granted.
This month’s blog at C. R. Low Funeral Directors
focuses on the best approach to discussing your loved one’s final wishes. For
further advice, don’t hesitate to call us in Selkirk on 01750 21259 .
Why Is It Important? If you don’t know someone’s final wishes, then they may not
be carried out. Many choose a family member who will act on their wishes at the
time of need.
Being aware of your loved one’s final wishes enables you to
work with a funeral director in advance. This ensures that their memory is
honoured in the best way possible and reduces stress at an already difficult
time.
Consider The Best Approach Finding the best approach to this discussion can be difficult.
You may feel uncomfortable bringing it up, so it is important to think about
the best way to start the conversation.
As family, you know your relative better than anyone.
Consider whether a direct or indirect approach is best. This can be especially
difficult if they find the topic of death hard to talk about.
Ask For Details Organising a funeral involves many decisions. Having a
written record of preferences and last wishes helps make the arrangement easier
as it avoids arguments. Some things to ask your relative could be:
Funeral Preferences – Have they taken out a plan? Are there any important documents you should know
about? Have any provisions been made for costs?
Be Prepared Talking about death can provoke an unexpected reaction.
Discussing death is often rare and conversations may cause upset. It is
important to remind your loved one why you are having this talk; you love them
and want to give them the very best send off.
Their funeral is a celebration of their life.
Contact The Professionals When organising a funeral, it is important you choose a
professional funeral director. At C. R. Low Funeral Directors, we can help you.
We can sit with you and discuss your loved one’s final wishes to deliver the
perfect send off.
For more information, call us today on 01750 21259 or fill out our online contact form .
We are members of the National
Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) .