Resources for Making Funeral Arrangements

Making funeral arrangements can be overwhelming, especially during a difficult time. There are lots of calls and decisions to be made. Our Resources help you navigate the process with compassion and care. From your first calls to selecting funeral services and products, we'll walk you through every step. We can also help with the tasks after the funeral, like filing claims and taking care of the deceased's possessions. Use the information on our Arrangements pages as a guide to help you take it one step at a time. Our easy-to-use tools and resources can help you manage the many details involved and plan a meaningful tribute for your loved one.


Funeral Planning Guide

Planning for end-of-life arrangements is a compassionate act that grants you and your loved one’s peace of mind. Our team of professionals has over 80 years of combined experience in the funeral planning industry. We share a common goal: to guide you through every step with empathy and expertise. Millions of people visit our website each year, and thousands have trusted the Wise Planning System for their funeral-planning needs. Whether you are pre-planning or arranging a funeral now, our free tools make the process simple and personalized. We have created a comprehensive library of up-to-date information to help you make responsible first steps toward designing a dignified farewell.



Focus on Funeral Insurance

May 2021 FUNERAL INSURANCE: PRENEED OR FINAL EXPENSE? What’s right for you? At Funeralwise, we’re all about planning. As we always say, the best time to plan a funeral is BEFORE you need it. Preplanning your funeral doesn’t have to cost you anything (see our Wise Planning System). Still, eventually, you’ll have to think about […]


Etiquette for Attending a Virtual Funeral

The etiquette for attending a virtual funeral or memorial service is not that much different from that for an in-person ceremony. The use of technology adds a few twists, but it is still a serious occasion where people gather together to support each other and begin the journey through grief. Of course, it never hurts […]


Our Annual Planning Tips

February 2021 WHAT’S YOUR PLAN? We’re fond of saying that the best time to plan a funeral is before you need it. That’s because when you plan for your end-of-life needs, you are likely to save money and, at the same time, give your loved ones the peace of mind that comes with knowing exactly […]


We are Thankful for You This Year

WE ARE THANKFUL FOR YOUDespite the struggles that 2020 has brought, we at Funeralwise have much to be thankful for. We are especially thankful for you and our community. You are the reason we do what we do. When we hear that we have helped someone navigate the difficult journey that funerals bring, it is […]


Funeral Planning Robots

If you need help with funeral planning, you’ve come to the right place. We are your complete resource with planning forms and an interactive planning system. It’s all FREE! We even have funeral planning robots to give you advice. Take a few minutes to watch the video below, and you’ll see what we mean. Take […]


Using a Funeral Celebrant

Using A Funeral Celebrant: A Growing Movement

Using A Funeral Celebrant: A Growing Movement That’s Catching Hold If you aren’t familiar with the concept of using a professional celebrant to preside at funerals and memorial services, then you aren’t alone. The idea of using a secular professional trained to lead funeral ceremonies isn’t new, but it is a relatively recent phenomenon in […]


Personalized Funeral

Making Funerals More Personal

You may have seen the latest TV ads from a national funeral home chain. The spots feature a motorcycle-themed funeral, a lap around a track for an auto racing fan, and a disco party for a dance lover. These commercials are examples of some very unique final farewells and highlight a new focus on creating […]


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