Making Arrangements
Why Should I Plan Ahead?
Not everyone likes to plan ahead, but pre-planning your funeral arrangements not only gives you peace of mind about your final wishes being honored, but alleviates some of the stress and burden your loved ones are going through as they experience the grief associated with the loss.
The staff of
Brickner Funeral Home is happy to assist you with your funeral pre-needs by helping you make decisions about your funeral service in advance and guide you in helping eliminate some of the unnecessary stress brought on by a loved one’s death.
Benefits of Preplanning
Burial Caskets
Burial caskets are containers used to enclose the body of a deceased person for burial, offering both protection and a dignified presentation. Available in various materials and designs, they allow families to choose an option that reflects their personal preferences and the wishes of their loved one.
Burial Vaults
Burial vaults are protective enclosures designed to surround the casket when placed in the ground. They help prevent the collapse of the gravesite and shield the casket from external elements like soil and moisture, ensuring long-term preservation and structural integrity.
Memorial Markers
Memorial markers are durable, engraved plaques or stones placed at gravesites to commemorate and identify a loved one’s final resting place. Typically made from materials like granite or bronze, these markers can be personalized with names, dates, and meaningful symbols to honor the memory of the deceased.
Urns
Urns are containers designed to hold the cremated remains of a loved one, providing a respectful and lasting way to memorialize them. Available in various styles, sizes, and materials, urns can be personalized to reflect the individual's personality or the family's preferences.
Urn Vaults
Urn vaults are protective containers used to encase an urn when it's buried, offering additional security and preserving the integrity of the burial site. Made from durable materials like concrete or metal, they help prevent the urn from being affected by soil pressure or environmental conditions.
Cremation Caskets
Cremation caskets are specially designed containers used to hold the body during the cremation process. Typically made from materials like wood or other combustible materials, they offer a dignified presentation while being practical for cremation, ensuring compliance with crematorium requirements.
