{"id":2312,"date":"2015-09-16T19:57:19","date_gmt":"2015-09-16T23:57:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/alexawallace.com\/?p=2312"},"modified":"2015-09-16T19:57:19","modified_gmt":"2015-09-16T23:57:19","slug":"planning-your-final-arrangements","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/worpal.com\/alexa\/2015\/09\/16\/planning-your-final-arrangements\/","title":{"rendered":"Planning Your Final Arrangements"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s not something any of us want to think about, but it\u2019s an important conversation we must have. Many people do nothing to prepare for the time when their final arrangements must be made, adding a burden on to their already grieving and stressed family. Everyone should sit down with a lawyer and write out their will.\u00a0In it you can spell out your final wishes for your estate and your final arrangements. To make things even easier for those you leave behind, you should look into prepaying for your arrangements. Most funeral homes offer pre-paid plans that include a plot, service and everything else needed to lay you to rest.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re not sure you want a big funeral and burial, or just can\u2019t afford the expense, consider cremation. Companies like Clevelend Cremation provide high quality services with dignity, respect and empathy. They will even provide a customized memorial service, with special options for religious requirements and veterans. Cremation is less expensive than traditional burials, and families that move often like being able to take their loved ones with them. You can even chose the exact type of urn you\u2019d like. So don\u2019t put off this important conversation any longer, plan your final arrangements and give yourself and your loved ones peace of mind.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s not something any of us want to think about, but it\u2019s an important conversation we must have. 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