Funeral homes offer products and services that people don't shop for every day. For that reason, families are often unsure of what to request. At DLA we want you to know the facts: How to arrange a funeral service; How to finance a funeral service; and How to save money for your survivors.
Who owns the funeral home?	Start the Pre-Need Process
Who assists you with pre-arrangement details?
Who cares for & prepares the loved one for burial? (including embalming)
Who conducts the funeral service?
Request a general price list.
Request casket & outer burial price lists.
Request an itemized list of the services.

NOTIFY:
The Doctor or Coroner
The Funeral Director
The Cemetery or Memorial Park
The Minister and Church
All Relatives
All Friends
Employers
Organist and Soloist
Insurance Agents
Unions and Fraternal Organizations
Newspapers
Creditors
Social Security Office
Veterans Administration (if applicable)

ADDITIONAL OBLIGATIONS:	SELECT: (Per Your Wishes)
Provide Vital Statistics to the Newspaper	Memorial Estate and Plot
Prepare and Sign all Paperwork	Casket
Meet to Discuss all Details	Vault or Outer Container
Provide Addresses & Phone Numbers of Those Who Are to be Notified	Clothing
Answer Phone Calls and Messages	Flowers
Greet Friends and Relatives	Music
Provide Lodging for Out-of-town Relatives	Food
Plan Funeral Car List	Furniture
Feed Pets	Transportation
Collect and Answer Mail	Thank-You Cards
	Pallbearers
	Time and Place for the Service