A funeral represents a purposeful opportunity to reflect on the meaning of a life that has been lived, and to determine the impact of that life on their family and friends.
There are many funeral service options available to families who select burial as the final disposition of their loved one. A traditional funeral service consists of a time for a private or public viewing of the deceased, a funeral service to remember and honor them, followed by a procession to the cemetery for a graveside ceremony to formally say goodbye. Within this framework, there are numerous variations by which to specifically tailor a funeral service to respect the wishes of the decedent and their family. Many of our families choose a burial package such as:
- 2 Hour Evening Viewing with Next Day Funeral Service and Graveside Service
This nighttime public viewing period provides an opportunity for friends and family to gather together to mourn, comfort each other and remember a life which was lived well. A funeral service the following day (in church or the funeral home) with the body present can be personalized to reflect the life and interests of the decedent, as well as their impact on the lives of others. The funeral service is normally followed by a procession to the cemetery and a graveside service to formally inter the decedent. - 1 Hour Viewing & Funeral Service with Graveside Service
This option provides for a public visitation time followed by the funeral service (in church, funeral home, or other location) with the body present. After a procession to the cemetery, the decedent is properly interred with a graveside service at the cemetery. - Private Family Viewing and/or Graveside Service, followed by a Memorial Service
A meaningful way to have both private family time and a public ceremony, this option allows the family to privately mourn for their loved one, and to limit the size of the graveside ceremony. The family will often follow the graveside committal ceremony with a public memorial service at church or another location. - Basic Burial with Graveside Service
In cases where the family does not wish to view the body, a burial can be performed with a graveside service to honor their loved one. This service can be as elaborate or as simple as the family chooses. - Basic Burial (No Ceremonies)
A direct burial of the body, but without any formal ceremony. A family member often witnesses the burial. - Customized Services
Your individual wishes and desires might include a combination of several items explained above. Your funeral service professional will assist you in arranging the specific set of goods and services that meets your unique funeral needs.
Please contact us at (610) 866-8059 if you would like more information regarding your options to provide a fitting tribute for a life that was lived well. We may also be reached via email at info@longfuneralhome.com.