- Fillable PDF planner (US Letter and A4)
- Editable Word templates (also open in Google Docs and Pages)
Kit · 39 pages
The Funeral Planning Kit
Plan a meaningful service in about a week, with every decision in order.
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Most funerals are arranged in about a week, often by people who have never done it before. This kit gives you the order to do things in, worksheets to compare funeral homes using your rights under the FTC Funeral Rule, and a budget that keeps the total in view.
It also includes editable templates for the pieces you have to produce yourself: the order of service or program, the obituary, the reception plan and thank-you notes.
What's inside
- Seven-day planning timeline
- Funeral home price comparison worksheet
- Funeral budget worksheet
- Service planner: readings, music, speakers and pallbearers
- Order of service templates in four styles (editable)
- Obituary template (editable)
- Reception planner
- Thank-you note tracker and templates
Who it's for
- Families arranging a funeral now
- Anyone planning a memorial or celebration of life
Frequently asked questions
How do I get my download?
Straight after checkout you'll see your download links, and we email them to you as well. Links work for 7 days, and you can request fresh ones any time from the downloads page using the email you bought with.
What paper size is it?
Every PDF comes in both US Letter and A4, so it prints properly wherever you are.
Can I fill it in on screen?
Yes. The fillable PDFs work in free apps like Adobe Acrobat Reader, Apple Preview and most browsers. You can also print them and write by hand.
What if it isn't right for me?
Email us within 30 days and we'll refund you in full. No forms, no questions.
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