The Nitty Gritty of Funeral Home Planning in Singapore

1. The Nitty Gritty of Funeral Home Planning in Singapore Most people do not think about death in tangible terms, it always seems as if we don’t have to face death. This is why when we are actually faced with the death of a loved one then it becomes necessary to take concrete action. This is because proper funeral services can cost a considerable amount of money in an expensive country like Singapore. Let us look at what you need to do to make sure that the experience is not even more traumatic. It is heavy enough to face the death of a loved one, but if you have to deal with all the paper work and other arrangements on your own, then it can become overwhelming. This is the reason that most people opt for funeral home planning by professionals. Let us see what is required in case of the death of a dear one in Singapore. Pick a funeral home as per your religion or last wishes of the deceased Get the certificate of cause of death (CCOD) After the autopsy call the funeral home for a hearse Contact your primary physician if the death took place at home If the GP is unable to declare the cause of death, arrange for autopsy Register the death at a local police station or citizen services centre In order to r3egister the death you have to provide CCOD, deceased’s ID, your ID Place an obituary in a newspaper Wake and funeral service (burial or cremation) Choice of casket among metal, wooden or paper You can cremate or bury the deceased as per your religion. There are different options for these as well. A good funeral home planning company in Singapore will be able to give you all the options. You need to understand that in Singapore the last rites of the departed soul don’t just have to follow religious norms but also the law of the land. This is the reason that you should consider hiring the services of a good funeral home which provides last rites arrangements for your loved one.