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  • Who should have a Burial Instruction?
  • Who should be your Burial Agent?
  • What is a Burial Instruction?
  • When should I make my Burial Instruction?
  • Where should I store my Burial Instruction?
  • Why do I need a Burial Instruction?

  • Who should have a Burial Instruction?

    • You should have a Burial Instruction if you have specific burial wishes or believe there may be disagreement over the disposition of your bodily remains.

  • Who should be your Burial Agent?

    • Your Burial Agent should be someone who is familiar with your burial wishes and who will faithfully execute them. Typically, your Burial Agent is your spouse, a close family member, or a trusted friend.

  • What is a Burial Instruction?

    • A Burial Instruction is a legal document which memorializes your burial wishes and gives another person, your Burial Agent, the power to control the disposition of your bodily remains.

  • When should I make my Burial Instruction?

    • Generally, you should make your Burial Instruction when you execute your Will.

  • Where should I store my Burial Instruction?

    • You should store your Burial Instruction someplace safe and immediately accessible by your Burial Agent, since burial arrangements must be made shortly after death.

  • Why do I need a Burial Instruction?

    • You need a Burial Instruction if you have specific burial wishes or if you believe there may be disagreement over the disposition of your bodily remains.

    Complete our Burial/POA/Health Care Directives Intake Form to begin making your Burial Instructions »