Every living being on this Earth is bound to experience death when their time comes. Although this inevitability is tragic and quite depressing, we’ll have to prepare for it. Funerals are events that signify the celebration of a person’s entirety in the lives of every people they have been a part of. However, the influence of media, television shows, newspapers and even social media has twisted people’s perception about funerals and its process. Here in Funeral Link, we aim to provide the clarity that our clientele deserves to know. In this article, we’ll be discussing the most common funeral misconceptions and the truth behind it.
In the Philippines, embalming has become a necessary process for funerals. This is due to the fact that the body is being prepared for viewing during the wake period. However, if the family of the beloved departed would opt for direct cremation or immediate burial, there is no need for embalming.
Filipinos are fond of patronizing what has been considered as a tradition. The traditional method of honoring the loss of a loved one is a traditional funeral service with people coming together, candles lit, flowers are everywhere, and songs are being sung. However, as fast as people’s perception and priorities change, traditional funeral services may not be suitable for others anymore.
As mentioned, we all have to be prepared for the day we die. Especially now when funerals are becoming more expensive day by day. Funeral plans are considered as a person’s safety blanket when a loved one dies. You won’t need to worry about financial resources as it can be paid for using the funeral plan.
But, the only expenses that a funeral plan assures is the prices of their own services. Unexpected disbursements and third party expenses will change, and you’ll have to be ready for that. If there’s one thing about funeral plans that you should be happy for, is the fact that having one will ultimately save you a hefty sum of money.
A funeral, by all means, is the living’s way of commemorating the life of the beloved departed. It can be a small and intimate gathering of friends and family. Or it can be an extravagant display of everyone’s love and grief to the deceased. You can conduct a funeral all on your own without having to hire a funeral director. A funeral director can only assist you in simplifying the overall process, organizational skills, and emotional guidance all throughout the waking period.
A funeral service is done with the body of the deceased being viewed by family and friends while celebrating his presence on Earth. This celebration has led people to think that a service can only be done when the body is present. However, even if you have your deceased cremated or buried immediately, you can conduct a memorial service or a celebration of life.
As generations pass, the original way of conducting a funeral has been changed, bit by bit. However, this shouldn’t affect the true meaning of such a solemn celebration. It should remain genuine and commemorative of our loved one’s passing.
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