The Funeral Service

It is the Funeral Director’s predominant role to make all the relevant arrangements prior to conducting the funeral service.
The Funeral Director works with the Minister or Celebrant to ensure that any of the family’s special requests (e.g. music, flowers, photos, and candles) are available in time for the funeral service.
The Funeral Director will discuss with family members whether an audio visual presentation is an option and arrange for collection of any photos and music to be used.

The Minister or Celebrant is ultimately responsible for what happens during the funeral service.  This usually involves working with family members to: Plan the format of the funeral service. Decide who will deliver the eulogy – family members or a close personal friend. Select the music, reading or poetry for the service. Decide on the use of other items such as candles, flowers and photos. Discuss whether an order of service is required. Decide when the audio visual presentation will be scheduled in the service.