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Pre-Planning a Funeral Makes Economic Sense.

Of course no one wants to think about the inevitable, but that is just what the end of life is…inevitable.  Over the years you have been reminded that a pre-planned funeral is not only less expensive, but far less stressful as well.

Is it time for someone in your family to face that prospect with courage?  If that is the case you may call Colonial Funerals serving all of Connecticut.  Another way to approach this sometimes uncomfortable subject with the least angst would be to visit their website at www.colonialfunerals.com.  On the site you will find an online form that you may fill out without making an appointment.

Once all of this is done you can relax knowing that when the time comes you have done the right and financially responsible thing.  We hope it will be decades before you need us, but give Colonial Funerals a call to pre-arrange at (203) 407-8899.

The High Price of Death and Taxes.

Everyone knows about the two “sure things” in life, but few of us want to discuss the high price of death.  The truth is funeral homes and cemeteries know that in times of grief people are vulnerable.  They will rarely question prices.  As a result, most funeral homes take advantage of our vulnerability.

Here are some other common funeral schemes.

• Charging extra for filing the death certificate or getting it medically certified.

• Charging a fee to handle an outside casket. (Funeral homes are required to accept outside caskets.)

• Charging a commission for forwarding payment to third parties.

• Claiming embalming is required by law when it's not.

• Charging for goods and services that the family did not request.

• Charging for goods and services that the family did request, then not providing them.

Everyone will tell you how they are caring and concerned during your time of need.  The proof is in the bottom line.  Contact the people at Colonial Funerals to find out what REALLY matters when the life of a precious loved one comes to an end. Colonial Funerals serves all of Connecticut.  Call them at (203) 407-8899 or visit them on the web at www.colonialfunerals.com.