Life is full of opportunities to show someone we love them, one such opportunity is the funeral or memorial service offered by Burkholder Funeral Chapel of Thorne-George Family Funeral Homes in Seymour, IN and its surrounding area. We are a family-owned and operated funeral home since 2017. Whether you select a formal funeral or a more relaxed memorial service, the need for acknowledgment of the loss with family and friends is ever-present. We can help you create a unique meaningful ceremony to express the genuine individuality of your loved one. We’re here to listen to your concerns, share our experience, and help you to arrive at the perfect way to gather before your loved one's interment in the cemetery of your choice. Call us today at (812) 522-2517 for more information. 

A funeral director is an expert in the industry, acting as a guide to help the family through the many decisions that need to be addressed. Here is an overview of just a few of the ways that a funeral director can assist with funeral and cremation in Seymour, IN:

• Answering Questions: It’s normal to have many questions come up about available products and services. The funeral director is always on call to answer your questions and provide more information about your options. Our goal is to educate each family about the industry, so you feel confident in the decisions you are making on behalf of your loved one.
  
• Administrative Support: A lot needs to happen behind the scenes, even for simple burials or direct cremation. Our team takes care of the paperwork, communication, permits, scheduling, transportation, and more. We have many years of experience coordinating funeral services and understand the most critical steps that ensure everything goes according to plan.
  
• Product Selection: What types of products do you need for the selected funeral services? If you plan a cemetery burial, talk to us about caskets, vaults, and monuments. If you want cremation, we can assist with selecting an urn.
  
• Memorial Jewelry: Did you know that you can create a personalized piece of jewelry to hold onto the memories with your loved one? This jewelry can have a small container to encapsulate a bit of the cremated ashes. Or, you might choose a thumbprint design with an inscription of the person’s fingerprint. Memorial jewelry can also include a picture of your loved one.
  
• Event Planning: Many grief counselors agree that holding an event is an important part of the healing process. Family and friends need a place to go where they can work through the emotions and share memories. We can assist in planning a large, traditional funeral held in a chapel or funeral home. Or, you can go with a smaller gathering if that’s a better fit for your personal preferences.
  

The services from a funeral director don’t end when the funeral is over. Our team at Burkholder Funeral Chapel of Thorne-George Family Funeral Homes strives to provide ongoing care for the family – before, during, and after funeral services. You can always reach out to us when you need assistance with any detail relating to funeral services.

Have you considered the option to talk to our funeral home about preneed planning? While we are equipped and ready to assist with last-minute funeral services, there are undeniable benefits to coordinating these plans in advance.

Last-minute funeral planning is typically a stressful experience for family members. Not only are your loved ones trying to guess your preferences, but they also carry the burden of funeral planning while also processing grief and loss. You don’t have to leave these difficult experiences behind for your loved ones to deal with after you are gone. Instead, get started with preplanning right now so you are ready for anything that might happen in the future.

Preneed funeral planning gives you the flexibility to learn about the industry without being rushed in the decisions. You can decide on the details that fit your preferences and desires. Then, our team will hold onto this documentation and ensure that the event matches your needs when it’s time to schedule the event.

We work through every detail in the funeral planning process together, including the event program, where you will be laid to rest, venue selection, products, and more.

Are you ready to get started? Then it’s time to plan a consultation with a funeral director. We are here to assist with everything relating to funeral and cremation in Seymour, IN. Simply pick up the phone to talk to a local expert so you can learn about your options. Burkholder Funeral Chapel of Thorne-George Family Funeral Homes is located nearby at 419 N Chestnut St, Seymour, IN 47274. Call us to learn more: (812) 522-2517.

What are the steps in planning a funeral service?

It is important that the immediate family find closure and peace after losing a loved one. To achieve this, it is best to plan the funeral as soon as possible and start by making decisions about whether to cremate or bury your loved one. If you want to have a viewing or wake, then contact local churches and area florists early on so that arrangements can be made for you according to your specifications.

Who will conduct the funeral service?

Many times, they'll be a pastor or rabbi giving the service. However, if you want someone else to speak (like a family member), then it's perfectly acceptable to ask them to do so. You may also opt for an entirely non-religious and personal ceremony where friends and family give short messages about how that person affected their lives. Learn more about funeral services.

What do I need to bring?

Many people bring flowers or plants as a sign of respect and remembrance. You might also want to consider bringing note cards so that if anyone wants to offer words of encouragement or condolences, you can write these down and pass them along later instead of having everyone come up and speak directly in front of the entire group at once (which can be overwhelming). It's also a nice touch to bring paper and pens for messages of condolence. Learn more about things to bring at the funeral.