The Funeral Counselors
MAKE YOUR CHOICES NOW, SO THEY DON'T FALL ON YOUR FAMILY LATER.
Get Your “Memorial Planning Guide” which is designed to cover 95%
of all the things that must be done before death occurs.
MAKE YOUR CHOICES NOW, SO THEY DON'T FALL ON YOUR
FAMILY LATER.
Get Your “Memorial Planning Guide” which is designed to cover 95%
of all the things that must be done before death occurs.
The Wrong Way...
to make decisions about funeral arrangements
Grieving & worrying about the future
Pressed for time responding in haste
Alone, confused & uncertain about what's best
The Right Way...
to make decisions about funeral arrangements
When you pre-plan your arrangements, you can relax knowing everything is taken care of in advance. Plus, you will
Make an economically sound decision, locking in future costs at today's prices
Reduce the financial burden on your surviving loved ones
Plan together as a family
SAVINGS PROCESS
Three Simple Steps
Within the first 24 - 36 hours of a death, there are approximately 49 DECISIONS that must occur.
With 3 Simple Steps, a lot of the emotional & financial burden associated with one's passing can be lifted:
Gather documents about your vital
statistics & important information
(Please refer to the Memorial Planning Guide)
Pre-arrange your funeral service
Pre-arrange cemetery
burial & memorialization
SAVE MONEY
Make an economically sound decision,
locking in future costs at today’s prices
Get a custom quote in less than 5-minutes with our funeral savings estimator.
WHY DO
Loving People Pre-Plan?
We insure against possible health issues, auto accidents, property damage, as well as replacement income for any dependents left behind. Death is inevitable!!
Shouldn’t we have coverage to protect our loved ones from the emotional and financial toll our passing will have on them?
Our research identified these 7 reasons for pre-
planning
Put your house in order
Peace of mind
Plan together, not alone
Take burden off loved ones
Avoid inflation
No emotional spending
Customized terms
Pre-Planning FAQs
Everything you need to know and want to ask about pre-planning.
You’ve taken an important step by choosing to pre-plan. Congratulations. By taking steps to arrange these important plans now, you’ve taken a large burden off of your beloved family, providing them with greater peace of mind. You’re relieving your family of the cost that can be associated with planning a burial, allowing them to celebrate and honor your life. And finally, you’re ensuring that every last detail is planned according to your own wishes and needs.
You might have some questions as you begin the path towards pre-planning. We’re here to help answer them.
Here are some questions that often come up from others at the same stage:
Pre-planning versus pre-funding? I’ve heard both terms, what is the difference?
Pre-planning is much like it sounds, it is making the decisions of how you would like to be remembered. It allows you to make your wishes known to your loved ones and gives you the opportunity to create a unique celebration...just how you would have wanted it. Pre-funding is the next logical step in the planning process. Your loved ones will greatly appreciate you pre-planning as it alleviates questions like "I'm not sure what he would have wanted". However, knowing your choices still leaves a financial burden for those left behind. Pre-funding allows you to pay for your funeral plans, saving loved ones from incurring those costs. There are several different options of pre-funding your funeral which our pre-arrangement specialists will guide you through.
Can I move a previously planned arrangement?
Yes, your arrangements are yours and can be transferred. The process of pre-arranging is a benefit to you and your family... It's not a way to lock you into being served by a specific or particular funeral home or cemetery.
Do I need to purchase a burial vault?
In most areas of the country, state or local laws do not require that you buy a container to surround the casket in the grave. However some Funeral Homes/Cemeteries require that you have such a container so that the ground will not sink and the safety of our visitors and staff is protected.
I’ve heard about mausoleum burials - what are the benefits?
People choose mausoleum crypts because they are both clean and dry. They offer a good alternative for those who prefer to not be interred in the ground.
Are there vaults for cremated remains?
Yes, we offer urn vaults, designed for in-ground burial of cremated remains. We have a wide selection available, so we are sure we can help you find a beautiful option that is a good fit for your taste and preferences.
Can two cremations be performed at once?
No. Not only is it illegal to do so, most modern cremation chambers are not of sufficient size to accommodate more than one adult.
Are cemeteries running out of space?
Just like other open spaces, cemeteries have been impacted by the sheer number of people on our planet. However, funeral homes and local cemeteries can always help you find the space you need, so don’t ever feel that there is not an option to meet your needs.
I’ve heard of Endowment Care - what is it?
In short, Endowment Care refers to the funds that keep the cemetery grounds beautiful and well-kept, ensuring that your loved one will be taken care of each and every day over the long term. Once the service is over and those in attendance have left the grounds, we want to ensure that peacefulness and beauty are permanent parts of our grounds and Endowment Care makes this possible.We know that you may have other questions, so feel free to call us at anytime so that we can walk you through your options and help you create the best possible plan for you and your family.
Earl Collins, Jr., Founder and Owner of The Funeral Counselors, LLC Director Licensed Preneed
Advisor Veteran Specialist
Towanna Sheppard Licensed Preneed Advisor Licensed Minister & Worship Leader Founder and
CEO of The Royal Circle
The Family Service Funeral Counselors of Texas, LLC. is an Organization that specializes in Funeral Services, Cremation Services, and Cemetery Property prior to a need arising.
One of the most difficult conversations that we can have is the conversation regarding the death of those closest to us and certainly that of making our own final arrangements. It’s just not a comfortable conversation. It’s not comfortable to discuss death in general, and it’s even more uncomfortable to talk about our own death. One of the reasons we visit families is so we can have this discussion together. During our
conversation, it became clear that planning before a time of need is more about
protecting the ones we love that are left behind, then it is about death. Every family should be well informed on this topic. The question is where do they get this information? When death occurs we’re blind-sided and emotional and rightfully so.Knowledge and planning ahead allow us the opportunity to make informed decisions
when we’re not vulnerable.
It is sad and unfortunate…it’s tragic when a family walks through the doors of a funeral home unprepared and it is even more unfortunate when they have to make business decisions at a very vulnerable time. We see and hear about it all too often... So we see ourselves as a path to the opposite of that reality by sharing very simple, logical steps with individuals and families. We've also developed a workshop to get this information out to the community, it’s called ‘Honoring A Life Well Lived Advance Planning Workshop”.
The objective is to partner with community based organizations and churches to provide the answers and the options that are available(at no cost to you) through our “Honoring A Life Well Lived” Workshop. It is a group discussion designed to inform and educate the community so that they are prepared for the inevitable and Go Fund Me accounts, calling the church for financial help, and asking family members to chip in to help pay for the funeral service and burial when someone passes away is no longer necessary.
By partnering with Churches and other community-based organizations and providing this no-cost Educational Workshop on Pre-arranged Funeral Planning our goal is to enlighten and inform the community on this very important topic before the need arises so that we can make informed decisions.
For more information on hosting a workshop at your church or community based organization or to get a Preneed Funeral Plan Quote for yourself or a loved one, please call (832) 275-8143.