What to Expect Before, During and After the Funeral

Whether the loss of a loved one was expected or not, it is never an easy situation to be in. For some people, not only do you now have to mourn the loss of a loved, you also need to make arrangements with the funeral home. To help make the process easier and reduce any anxiety you may be feeling, we have prepared the following information to help you better understand what to expect during the period prior to the funeral service.

If you have never been to a funeral or it has been sometime since you last attended one, you may be unsure about what to expect. To help ease any anxiety you may have about attending a funeral service, we have developed the following advice to better prepare you. For further advice about funeral etiquette, we recommend reading our Funeral Etiquette page.

In the days that follow the funeral service, it’s quite common to still be filled with sadness and grief. As things begin to quiet down and the condolences and check ins become fewer every day, most people begin to think about what the future will hold. It’s important to understand that you are still experiencing grief and this is the beginning of a new life. This is a time to focus on taking care of yourself and know that everything will be ok.