Personalized Options FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions - Personalized Service Options

What is a Funeral Service?
The word "Funeral Service" today means many types of end-of-life services. So when you see the word "Funeral" or "Funeral Service" in our website, it refers to any type of end-of-life service including the traditional service, memorial service, celebrations-of-life service, personalized service options and more.
Is personalizing a service a lot of work?
No it really is not. Because of our experience in helping people personalize their service, we have a specific list of ideas and can help you to retrieve any information you need to send us or bring to us at the funeral home. You’ll be glad you made the small investment of time to personalize your service.
Do I have any limitations as to what we can do?
There are so many options. What was your loved one’s story? There are as many ways to celebrate a person’s life, as there are stars in the sky. If you can think of it, we’ll do our very best to make it happen. Don’t limit your ideas by saying, “oh, we probably can’t do that”. Let your imagination guide you, and then let’s discuss how to make it happen.
Can we arrange for music?
Oh, yes. Music is a big part of a personalized service. You can tell us the songs you want played during the service, or a singer you want to sing your favorite songs, or even a band to play your favorite songs and perhaps have the singer or band invite those in attendance to sing along.
If I provide you with images can you get them scanned or enlarged for display, and can we also have a DVD played at the visitation and service?
One of the most impactful things you can do to bless your family and friends is to provide with them visual reminders of your loved one. We regularly prepare Tribute Videos, DVD’s that include your own videos or scanned pictures, then show that DVD on our large screen TVs in the chapel and visitation. In addition you can choose music you want to play in the DVD. There are no time constraints on the length of the DVD, number of pictures or videos or songs. Those in attendance seeing photos and or watching the DVD always comment to the family what a positive impact it had on their healing and saying good-bye. We’ve had many occasions when a family will want to give DVDs to another family member or friend, and we provide extra copies for that purpose.
Can I bring special things to display at the service?
Absolutely. We can coordinate with you to deliver and set up any special decorations or props you can think of. Some people have brought works of art their loved one made, mementos of awards, musical instruments, even sports gear or a saddle that represents the uniqueness of their life.
Would we be able to hold a service at another location that is not a funeral home, church, or cemetery?
Absolutely. One of the regular requests for a personalized service is that the service be held at a location other than the funeral home or church. Some want a service at their ranch, or by a river or a lake, at a reception hall or special location frequented by their loved one.
Can food or beverages be arranged for our service?
Absolutely. Consider the atmosphere you want to create, during the visitation, or a memorial service, and at a location of your choice, with guests visiting together while sharing something to drink or sampling foods of your choice. Food plays an important role in our lives and can add a sense of relaxation and celebration to a service. You may want finger foods or have us arrange for a full-catered celebration. Once again, a personalized service is only limited by your imagination. 
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