The legalities

By Jeffrey Bros Funeral Services

The legalities

Making funeral arrangements is a most unwanted task, but one that may be a little easier by knowing what to do.

The funeral director will help by procuring all necessary documents, and helping you complete and send them to the proper authorities.

Your part will be to obtain and supply the particulars of the deceased, as required by law: addresses; occupation; names of parents; marriage and children information (if any), etc.

 
Making the Funeral Arrangements

As soon as legalities have been completed, the funeral may take place within 24 hours. The funeral director will discuss with you the steps involved and the services that are usually provided. The services are:

• Funeral directors service fee
• Cemetery / cremation charges
• Doctor’s certificates
• Removal / relocation fee
• Casket as selected
• Clergy fee
• Floral tributes
• Newspaper notices
• Mourning coaches
• Preparation for viewing
• Certified death certificated
• Embalming / dressing fees
• Organist / musician fee
• Verger fees and Collection of ashes 

Entitlements

Various government departments provide allowances to some individuals to defray the cost of funeral expenses. Applications are available from the funeral director.

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