Deciding on Preplanning

The subject of funerals is never easy to discuss. Discussing your funeral in advance can be such a worthwhile experience in light of the impact your own death will have on those you love most. Without cost or obligation, we'll privately discuss the arrangements you wish to make and then document them in detail. Your permament records will be kept on file and available when the need arises, or if you wish to make any changes.

By choosing to preplan, you're protecting yourself against unforeseen costs, as well as protecting your family against making difficult arrangement and financial decisions during an emotionally stressful time. You and your family benefit from preplanning:

• Guarantees your individual wishes will be carried out
• Spares your family from making difficult decisions at an even more difficult time
• Ensures peace of mind that specific details have been taken care of
• Eliminates the factor of indecision experienced by many grieving families
• Allows families to focus on comforting one another during their time of need
• Eliminates the possibility of emotional overspending

Assisting in the arrangements that accompany funeral services is a task we encounter everyday. We understand the need for prudent decision-making, but we also understand that circumstances don't always allow that. Families who are not faced with at-need urgency of making arrangments are focused and confident. The decisions they make are sensible and reflect the wishes of both you, the individual, and the family and loved ones. We ensure that you understand the options available, enabling you to make sound decisions.

The Family Services Counselor and Funeral Directors at Lankford Funeral Home are available to assist you. Give us a call to set up an appointment, at your home or ours. If you prefer, you can start your pre planning by completing our Vital Statistics form online. Our site is secure and encrypted, which means, your information and wishes will be safe and available when you or your family need them.

During the year, we conduct seminars at various assisted living facilites in the community. These gatherings are informal and informative! A brief overview of preplanning and its benefits is given, followed by a question and answer period. If you would like to schedule a seminar for your facility or group, please contact Cheryl Lankford or Mathew Stage at 734-2244.

Lankford Funeral Home
220 E. New York Avenue
DeLand, FL 32724
386-734-2244