Pre Paid Funerals

Pre-Planning a funeral is becoming a common practice

More and more people recognise that planning a funeral in advance lessens the burden for those you love. It provides a personal peace of mind that everything is in order.

Why Pre Plan?

The subject of funerals is never an easy subject to discuss. Dealing with the death of a loved one means making major emotional and financial decisions in a limited timeframe.

Family and friends are left to deal with numerous and necessary details that can leave loved ones feeling extremely overwhelmed.

Exploring the many Pre-Planning options available and taking the time to Pre-Plan your funeral may be one of the kindest things you can do for those you love most.

Here are just a few important questions to ask yourself:

1. Who would be responsible to arrange my funeral?
   • my spouse
   • my son or daughter
   • a good friend or neighbour
   • my parents
   • office of the public guardian & trustee
   • not sure
2. If I were to die tomorrow, where would the money come from?
   • my life insurance
   • my savings
   • my children’s savings
   • my parent’s savings
   • a bank loan taken out by my spouse or children
   • not sure
3. How much would my funeral expenses be?
   • under £1,500
   • between £1,501 and £3,500
   • between £3,501 and £5,000
   • between £5,001 and £7,500
   • over £7,500
   • not sure
4. Where would I like my final resting-place to be and what type of funeral service would I prefer?
   • burial or cremation
   • which type of coffin
   • who would preside over the service
   • would their be special music or poetry
   • I never really thought of it

We can provide any pre-planning service from a simple plan where only the funeral arrangements are made to a full service where all arrangements are made and the funeral is pre-paid.

• Golden Charter Funeral Plans Brochure (.pdf)
• Golden Charter Application Form (.pdf)
• Golden Charter Terms & Conditions (.pdf)
• Golden Charter Payment Information (.pdf)

This material is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified solicitor, tax adviser, investment professional, or insurance agent. Before making any financial commitment regarding the issues discussed here, consult with the appropriate professional consultant.