The traditional funeral with black veils and sad songs is not as popular as it once was, with many people choosing to have a celebration of life with bright colours, happy memories and uplifting themes. Whatever the wishes of the deceased, one thing is for sure – funerals cost money. With the current cost of living crisis, many people could find themselves in a situation where a loved one passes without an adequate funeral plan.
If you are trying to arrange a cost-effective but suitable funeral, our budget-friendly funeral tips will help you to cut costs without cutting corners.
Location
You can conduct a funeral service in any available venue that is willing to accommodate you. This could be your home, a special place to the deceased, or even an outdoor area. As long as you have permission from the location, you do not require a license to hold a funeral. Once you have selected the right place for the funeral and reception, you can decorate it with flowers from your garden or home, pictures gathered from family members and perhaps a notebook for messages. Not only will this make it more personal, but it will also help to keep the cost down.
Transport
Hearses are the traditional funeral car, but you do not need more than one. Family members can follow in their own vehicles. You could decorate your own car with flowers or messages of respect or perhaps use a vehicle favoured by the deceased – for example, a bike or a mini. Again, adding a personal touch can often help to keep costs down.
Music
If you know your loved one would have wanted live music, ask around your family and friends to see if anyone would like to sing some of the deceased’s favourite songs. You could also make a playlist of their favourite music and play it via Bluetooth. You could also ask guests to select songs that remind them of the deceased.
Themes and Gestures
Many people express a wish for a less traditional funeral nowadays – maybe they wanted everyone in colourful clothes instead of black? Perhaps they loved a specific colour or style, like sequins or stripes? Did they always wear quirky hats or patterned socks? This is a great personal touch to a funeral that costs nothing and honours the deceased’s memory.
Another great touch would be to offer your loved one’s favourite food or drink or display some of their art, poetry or crafts There are many cost-free and low-cost ways of making a funeral special.
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