Ask the Bishops
What's Your Question?
Q: Can a function less formal than a funeral or memorial service be arranged ?
Q: Is a funeral or memorial service always held in a funeral home or place of worship ?
Q: May I make the necessary arrangements in advance ?
Q: Do clergy always officiate at a funeral service ?
Q: Is it appropriate to have viewing and not a service ?
Q: What purpose does a funeral serve ?
Q: What do funeral directors do?
Q: How soon after a death must an individual be buried?
Q: Will life insurance pay for funerals?
Q: Why are funerals so expensive?
A: There is a great range of prices for services and merchandise, depending on your personal preference. The perception that funerals are too expensive usually can be attributed to a lack of familiarity with the normal price range for that area. If you find that the price for certain services or merchandise seem too high, check other options that would better fit your budget.
