Preplanning and Reducing Family Conflict

    Let’s face it. Some family members just don’t get along. Many families have siblings who just can’t agree, or those who simply argue for the sake of it. In times of stress, family members who can’t get along can be pushed to their limits. One good way to avoid these high-stress arguments if a loved one passes is to pre-plan the funeral. Pre-planning can remove the stress, the guesswork, and the decision-making from the situation. This article will discuss pre-planning your funeral to reduce family conflicts in the event of your passing. 

Letting Clearer Heads Prevail

    When funeral plans are done in advance, your loved ones will not have to make decisions while in an emotional state. In high-stress situations, such as a loss, tensions can flare more easily. Pre-planning can help avoid these tensions.

Avoiding Arguments with Set Wishes

    Some family members may butt heads about funeral decisions, like burial vs cremation. Pre-planning your funeral helps take the guesswork out about what your wishes are. What you want will already be established, and choices will be made by you. This can include burial plans in a certain cemetery or the type of casket you want. 

Cost Stresses and Pre-Planning

    The financial aspect of a funeral can also create tensions for a family. By pre-planning, you are setting costs for the funeral. You can even start paying off some or all of the costs ahead of time. This can be especially important because the funeral usually happens before the contents of your estate are distributed to the family.

Pre-Planning With Matthew Funeral Home

Our experienced funeral directors can help you every step of the way when it comes to pre-planning your funeral. Our experts help you establish a secure trust for the pre-planning funds, ensuring that the money is protected. The trust is established in your name, so you can always cancel the trust or transfer it if needed. 

For over 50 years, Matthew Funeral Home has been serving the Staten Island community. We can help with almost every aspect of your loved one’s memorial service. Our family is here to serve yours, every step of the way.