They only allow their own members and families to use them. Preparing and Delivering a Funeral Sermon Meet with the family. Sites like. endstream endobj $ h0 /Contents 40 0 R Our expert guidance can make your life a little easier during this time. 0000035166 00000 n suffered through long illnesses. As we've said, we've got the experience which could make planning a memorial service easier for you and your family. 0000030983 00000 n Lock in the date. Readings, such as poems, prayers, religious or secular passages, etc., and who will deliver them. (Be careful of generalized educational content about wills. Accommodating the public when they ask to use your church is not only a service but an outreach to the community. @y[ /Tabs /S The form on the next page will help your church accomplish that. /Rotate 0 This website uses cookies to improve your experience. granted by Pastoral Care Inc. One way to personalize your message is to divide your message into topics: He/She wasA good mother/fatherA good providerA good ChristianA good cook, etc. Grief experts all agree: a ceremony is an important part of the healing process. >> Once your loved one has passed, check filing cabinets or the safety deposit box to locate prearrangement paperwork. the family has provided you. Funeral pre-planning with final expense insurance is one of the most trusted ways to help your family with funeral costs. <> Memorial Service Planning Ideas & Checklist A memorial service or celebration of life is a joyous ceremony where friends and family come together to celebrate a life well lived. Where do you begin, and how do you make sure you dont overlook anything important? 10 0 obj /StructParents 0 /Tabs /S These are the elements, other pastors 18 0 obj We have provided a basic outline in the worksheet section of this document. Copyright 2022 Pastoral Care Inc. All Rights Reserved. Well discuss what should be included in an obituary, what elements would mean the most in a funeral or memorial service and more. 1. /Tabs /S Get emailed a funeral planning checklist now. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] The pastor's designated assistant will help both you and him with details of planning the funeral. /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Checklist for Church Events, Equipment Rentals, Weddings, and Funerals Events Checklist Letting your members use church facilities for special family events is one of the ways your members and their relatives or friends form a special bond with your church. 1. 10 0 obj /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Rotate 0 0000007018 00000 n Funeral Planning Checklist Excellent. /Contents 46 0 R 0000003784 00000 n to the family. 4 0 obj /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] This Funeral Planning Worksheet will lead you through a variety of decisions. poem, or perhaps sing a hymn. VkZh!6B.-CfF^}s=?i!9S"C[muE7&E=U}. Allow the Holy Spirit to guide you along the way. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. It is helpful to give each person a few minutes to ponder the question and then allow the group to bounce ideas off each other. as distribution, promoting one's ministry or adding to websites, is prohibited unless written permission granted by Pastoral Care Inc. Changing Services from Traditional to Contemporary, Effective Communication To Deal With Change, Funeral, Wedding, Equipment Use Checklist, How to Download the Pastoral Care Phone App, Use of Building Agreement with Outside Entities, 31 Days of Prayer for the Pastor, Church, & Others, What To Do When Someone Leaves Your Church, Pornography and Narcissistic Personalities, Ecclesiastical Guidelines for Ministers Affected by Pornography, Crisis: Role of a Caregiver during a Crisis, Suggested Goals for a Successful Marriage, Checklist for Church Events, Equipment Rentals, Weddings, and Funerals. 13 0 obj When planning your funeral, or a funeral for a loved one, there are many choices to make. Help the bereaved family, and their community, publically acknowledge the death of one of their own. /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Tabs /S <> /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] 0000002134 00000 n /Length 9787 Locate Any Prearrangements. Move the deceased from one social status to another. Be sure to ask the congregation to stand when family members are being seated to honor them. /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Let's talk about your loved one's life; share some stories with us. /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] % Step 3: Choose your location. <> /Author (Naomi Deva) More on planning a funeral in this article from Regions. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] >> /Contents 30 0 R After death, a Pastor of Resurrection will meet with family members and review . they want to be involved in the service, special songs, music, poems, or scripture readings, obituary, testimonials, sermon, and benediction. 2 0 obj endobj /Resources 55 0 R All music to be performed or played during the memorial service must be approved by pastors and music director for appropriate content as part of a Christian memorial service on behalf of the deceased. /Tabs /S But on top of these basic expenses, you will need to plan for the burial plot cost and casket price (or the urn cost if you choose cremation), a headstone, and flowers for the funeral or memorial service. /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Contents 71 0 R /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] . << Feel free to download, copy or edit this form to suit the needs of your church. PDF. The certificate then goes to the health department for registration and recording. /Tabs /S Plan the type of funeral service you will be having. /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] endobj These are practical, essential steps to inform others and set a strong foundation. 26 0 obj /Rotate 0 This checklist is designed to be an inclusive, understanding guide through funeral planning. Other options include a funeral trust or pay on death account. You may wish to print programs for the service. /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Arrange transportation to and from the service for family members. Complete a funeral planning guide. The national median cost for a funeral with burial in 2021 is $7,848, according to the NFDA. endobj Any information you provide to Cake, and all communications between you and Cake, /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] endobj /Type /Pages At the funeral arrangement conference, we will begin the process of planning a funeral and discuss options for burial. << 0000002542 00000 n /Rotate 0 /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Tabs /S endobj /Rotate 0 /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] % Choose pallbearers. /Parent 2 0 R 0000009749 00000 n endobj The role of the pastor is vital during these crucial times. endobj A funeral planning meeting, sometimes called a funeral arrangement conference, is the time for us to plan a tribute fitting of the individual. << /Annots [] Choose an alternate location if you want to have the service outdoors in case of inclement weather. /Parent 2 0 R endobj Choose Disposition Method Father's name. ?. /ExtGState 81 0 R ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Avoid including unnecessary details in your funeral planning list. endobj << Save Money On Funeral Costs. Choose the type of disposition you'd like: Burial Cremation Green burial (eco-friendly) Funeral checklist. /Parent 2 0 R /Type /Page We are not attorneys and are not providing you with legal 1 0 obj We serve the community of San Marcos and this area. /StructParents 1 being there when family members need you the most. 5 0 obj /Parent 2 0 R This form presents all the steps to be done at a funeral in order from general to specific. Staff on-site upon arrival of remains and available to attend to needs of family until everything is set up. Compile your information -- Organize the information that you have written according to the focus of the eulogy. cemetery plot or vault) Obtain burial permit Choose burial container or casket Decide on type of memorial and inscription (e.g. << Allow them to share They are searching for comfort. <> endobj Decide on scripture readings that either meant something to the person who died or that you think will bring. I s - 2 L U # hq hq hq 5hq hC29 hWF hC29 5 hWF 5 hC29 5 hn 5hn hn h CJ aJ h hWF h\- h\- h\- 5h\- ha. hn hG 5hG hG 5CJ hn 5CJ 8 0 Q _ v using the stories that /Type /Page /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Rotate 0 All material is intended for, individual use only. Decide on an order of events. /StructParents 2 << subject to our Terms of Use. lives to Christ. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] endstream xMk@9w{!;1)Cu4l;vpR,2afax%\G; $A_$TE=|2y6!,L8L gZ|sihV~j9~s]/%LI6 7y6qJ'2 [i:"G@{ ,J Y4{hM 6P-Z6Zove_@3?+Uxbg{F#G[a0N"'cMm(HgI-w|Y+ /Type /Page The responsibility of funeral planning can be challenging, but Dignity Memorial professionals have extensive experience working with people in the midst of grief. After death, a Pastor of PCOC will meet with family members and review your worksheet to form the funeral or memorial service. /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] . xtX{fgmKm9IVN(A")FIsFb#&DDjhnt ,+TP H[HDA -@m[l[l[l[l[l[lZtS"zX7?k7W|Dh5dE%[>x*z8+ By clicking "Accept", you agree to our website's cookie use as described in our Cookie Policy. Many users would be better served consulting an attorney than using a do-it-yourself online Keep in mind when writing a eulogy that it doesn't have to be perfect; it is meant to be a touching tribute to a loved one. endobj The church loves everyone and has a desire for everyone to surrender their 2. t6_>P ;jz {]gWMO {swoMOZC @[5=?/> 4OV bC @zMO{= ^.UkzkO C51moO' q=4 8}={X-> 4; !9]> 4;t}u\ \)io> 4l*u}P> 41mo_| C{j @C{7z /N @yvrhO{h X2^y}O {o4 E= #T @i{K> @`3 =-{|X } Z |Z.+w4 zL&S^/^ c{Z.[ VW4= >|n{ |nmi 4ccBmlll?i O)iz }fa{Z_N PQf===S If there is an >> sudden" for many family members. /Type /Page Choose a funeral home. 0000008730 00000 n /Resources 37 0 R /Parent 2 0 R << >> Facing some of those choices now will make the process less demanding for your loved ones later. scattered or interred) /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] All Rights Reserved. In this case, the doctrine may dictate what is said and done. Full article can be viewed and printed with Word or PDF formats at the links /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Consider embalming the body. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Funeral Planning Checklist . Capture stories. <> When someone dies, there are many decisions to make: where to hold the funeral or memorial service, whether to have a traditional funeral or a modern celebration of life, whether traditional burial or cremation is more fitting, which funeral home to choose and so much more. open casket, it is customary for the minister to stand and greet the people viewing the deceased for the last time. A SERVICE OF DEATH AND RESURRECTION. Before viewing, the following need to be made ready: Mic setup (sound check) Stage setup Before the memorial service, Make sure sound system is on. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] where you step and stand due to ground being soft). /StructParents 0 Put your wishes in a voice or video recording. /Resources 72 0 R %%EOF Speakers shring the eulogy or remembrances of the deceased are requested to avoid use of profanity or off-color stories that would detract from the decorum of the memorial service. endobj endobj Place of death. Full article can be viewed and printed with Word or PDF formats at the links 21 0 obj >> /Resources 70 0 R >> Allow them to know you and tell them that the church Don't hesitate to pick up the phone; call us at 732-449-6900 . And by letting your family know how you'd like your funeral or memorial service to be, they'll have less difficult and complicated decisions to make during a difficult emotional time. 0000067450 00000 n /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] &. 0000031801 00000 n This may not be the case if a religious leader is asked to perform the ceremony. << ] X]by M f0. << /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] 9 0 obj /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] things about the deceased person. Here is a checklist for funeral planning: Make an appointment. No one wants to undergo a tiring process. 0000031260 00000 n << /Type /Page /Rotate 0 25 0 R 26 0 R 27 0 R 28 0 R] With a. 6. /Parent 2 0 R <> Rather than mourning the loss of the deceased, the purpose is to celebrate the joy the deceased brought to others during their lifetime. Groups with different ideas, lifestyles, and beliefs may cause an undue strain on the church and places it in an uncomfortable position. /Parent 2 0 R Prepared by Nila Dimangondayao Version 5 DATE \@ "M/d/yyyy" 6/11/2019 TIME \@ "h:mm:ss am/pm" 3:04:06 PM Page PAGE 1 of NUMPAGES 2 ) 9 > V 0000003648 00000 n 5 0 obj endobj If more than one minister conducts the service with you, allow them to give scripture, recite a A celebration of life service allows family and friends a chance to honor a loved one who has died in a way that is as unique as the life of the deceased. /Annots [] /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] >> Before the actual service, have a special prayer with the family. /Tabs /S 0000002274 00000 n Mention this to the family. Usage of any form or other service on our website is form. Seating will be conducted by the funeral home. We're confident that, together, we can come up with the perfect memorial service event to suit . /Tabs /S H\0}\D Bk+b>iWFIoqN"|93d?n T$=C:it;K?x$?2lK3W*OKC72(DK^mcnV9 $"ffP7dks n"*2?=/wm]2UcH5$"c|Im-@khJA^K35:(A)"W@9Y@i *T=(@>K!2tqi?<=)Hpb _kn1O. Determine what time family will arrive for visitation and services, ensure coordinator is onsite at those times Notify custodian and impacted ministry leaders of funeral arrangements Notify Alsip Police dept of planned funeral--708-385-6902 Easel/s or table provision for photo collage of deceased (if requested) Boxes of tissue Musicians: Soloist/s; pianist; worship team (if requested) Ushers and parking attendants Canned music during the viewing (if requested) AV technician (if canned music is requested, must be present to play music; must be present during the memorial service). /Count 24 /Type /Page 16 0 obj 11 0 obj endobj 0000031648 00000 n << What is a Non-Religious Funeral Service? 2 0 obj /Contents 78 0 R Accommodating the public when they ask to use your church is not only a service but an outreach to the community. /StructParents 0 /Type /Page You When schedule of delivery of flowers is known, staff person needs to be present to receive them. %PDF-1.5 /Type /Page 27 0 obj /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] 0000005442 00000 n Use the checklist below, and bring the following to the meeting with your Dignity Memorial professional: From the information you provide during the funeral planning conference, we will initiate the original death certificate. What will be the date, time and location of the wedding? >> 8 0 obj /Pages 2 0 R You can host it at an event hall, at a church, a . If you are not familiar with the person you are conducting the service for, get to know them. All material is intended for When planning your funeral, or a funeral for a loved one, there are many choices to make. Letting your members use church facilities for special family events is one of the ways your /Rotate 0 /Tabs /S << 0 0 =, - 0>_ j , ). Families have just lost loved ones, either tragically taken or have The Pastor normally encourages you to consider the church. Call the funeral director; Call the church office (585.271.6513); Call close friends or family who can provide personal support. All religions have traditions and rituals that serve to honor the dead and assist bereaved families in handling their grief. /Contents 36 0 R /Resources 51 0 R Why no do yourself a favor and look up the Internet for various funeral form templates. ?. 8 0 obj <> endobj /Rotate 0 stream /StructParents 1 These are practical, essential steps to inform others and set a strong foundation. are not protected by an attorney-client privilege and are instead governed by our Privacy Policy. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Meet with the family. <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> 14 0 obj Here's a structure for a short, but meaningful service that covers the "Four Rs" of a good memorial service: Recognize the death, Remember the person, Reaffirm beliefs and Release the spirit. Funeral Services. Funeral Planning Checklist Free Guide for Pre-planned Funerals COMING SOON: We are proud to announce our upcoming Payment Portal. What You Need to Know about Anatomical Donation, What You Need to Know About Veterans Burial Benefits. /Annots [] 0000119912 00000 n endobj % stream /Resources 59 0 R If you are paying for services at the time of need, you can ask family members to help pay for different parts of the funeral or to contribute in different ways, such as bringing food or sending flowers. Invoke the Communication Process to ensure that people are informed. 2109 Luann Lane- Madison, Wisconsin 53713 Phone: 608-661-3678 1650 East Huebee Parkway-Beloit, Wisconsin 53511 Phone: 608-368-8143 Vital Statistics Record . Planning a funeral with this Funeral Planning Checklist will make your planning easier and speed up the process. Again, allow the Holy Spirit to guide you as you prepare for this /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] 0000002923 00000 n /Version /1.4 /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Give them your card and ask them to call if they need you. Funeral / Memorial Service Planning The funeral or memorial service will be planned from the Order of Worship found in The United Methodist Hymnal, pages 870-875. endobj to avoiding a negative outcome. It's often seen as easier not to have a memorial service or funeral, and it's certainly seen as a less expensive alternative. Find someone to help . Immediate family consists of parent, spouse or child. Select a cremation container If cremation was chosen, select an urn or niche space and a cremation container. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] endobj /Producer (Canva) Luncheon: If the deceased is an immediate family member of a church member, the church will provide a funeral luncheon if the family desires. /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] endstream endobj 9 0 obj <>>> endobj 10 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageC]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/TrimBox[0.0 0.0 612.0 792.0]/Type/Page>> endobj 11 0 obj <> endobj 12 0 obj <> endobj 13 0 obj <> endobj 14 0 obj <> endobj 15 0 obj <> endobj 16 0 obj [/Separation/PANTONE#20302#20C/DeviceCMYK<>] endobj 17 0 obj <> endobj 18 0 obj <> endobj 19 0 obj [39 0 R] endobj 20 0 obj <>stream /StructParents 3 It starts with immediate actions to take following a death then covers the entire process through making funeral arrangements and what to do after the service. LinkedIn. <> /StructParents 4 56 0 obj <>stream endobj endobj Note: There will be no charge for use of the building for funerals if the deceased is an immediate family member of a church member. /DisplayDocTitle true website: www.pastoralcareinc.com. ensure a successful event. /Tabs /S You wouldn't buy a car from the first dealership you walked into. /Contents 62 0 R <> >> << Check back with family members the days before the funeral as well as after the funeral. /Tabs /S /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /CreationDate (D:20230223200201+00'00') If you want to plan ahead for your funeral wishes or plan a funeral for a loved one, the checklist below will help you in making important decisions. /Resources 63 0 R /ViewerPreferences 3 0 R /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Facebook. endobj /Annots [] Letting your members use church facilities for special family events is one of the ways your Decide who will attend. This service is found in UMH. Try this question: If you could describe _____ in one word, what would it be? /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Its easy to feel caught off-guard after losing a loved one. 0 0 0 h v =. /Parent 2 0 R /Resources 41 0 R Talk slowly and be sensitive of their loss. Choose final touches Discuss cosmetology and hairdressing for the deceased with the funeral director. >> /Rotate 0 5 0 obj endobj /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] 0000010145 00000 n /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Resources 29 0 R But if you are planning the reception, you can choose to have it anywhere; there are no set rules as to the location. 0000001276 00000 n >> the deceased, this will help you get a better idea of who the person was and give you materials for your message. /Annots [] /Parent 2 0 R This decision will determine the timing of many decisions you make. << Most of the time, you have complete control over what is said at your or your loved one's graveside burial service. Planning a funeral in advance allows people to work with their preferred funeral home and express their wishes for many different aspects of involvement, including clergy and other members of a religious organization, pallbearers, readers, singers and musicians. /Annots [] x When using the form for a funeral that will take place right away, just complete the Sign it in a few clicks Draw your signature, type it, upload its image, or use your mobile device as a signature pad. Keep a copy of your funeral plans on file with a funeral provider and notify at least two other emergency contacts of where your funeral will be held and where your final wishes are recorded. 6 0 obj endobj endobj 11 0 obj 7 0 obj >> Select the individuals you would like to read them. When will the rehearsal be? Funeral Planning Checklist Select Type of Disposition Burial Choose burial site (e.g. 22 0 obj 0000067188 00000 n 23 0 obj 3. << Pre-funeral checklist. New pastors often feel uncomfortable and unsure whether their words will bring comfort. /StructParents 3 However, if the publics use of the church building results in confusion, miscommunication or /Lang (en) Decide who will perform the eulogy. /Tabs /S So really a . If you want to prearrange your funeral, you can opt for funeral insurance through a funeral home, which sometimes offers a guarantee of their current prices. Items to be considered as part of the Funeral Service are as follows: Reading of the obituary Eulogy Comments by family members Sharing of the gospel Open mic sharing by congregation /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Resources 77 0 R Be sure to give 4 0 obj 0000008103 00000 n 0000004232 00000 n /Type /Page deaths involving crimes, a death of a child, the loss of the main provider in the home, wartime casualties, etc. endobj /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Annots [] 0000005780 00000 n /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Rotate 0 /Parent 2 0 R The fees for the advice of an attorney should not be compared to the fees of do-it-yourself online This link will open in a new window. The following checklist details what we need: Coping with the death of a family member or friend isnt easy, but when you choose a Dignity Memorial provider, we pledge to help you plan a fitting tribute, handling all of the details so that you can be with friends and family when you need it most. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] New pastors often feel uncomfortable and unsure whether their words will bring comfort. >> /Parent 2 0 R Weve created a simplified funeral planning checklist to guide you through these essential tasks after a death occurs. /Annots [] >> individual use only. /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Contents 58 0 R t B 3 { /Annots [73 0 R 74 0 R 75 0 R] /Type /Page In some cases you will want to use both of these types of scriptures. Contact a funeral provider to help you create a plan that ensures your wishes will be followed. xref /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] )\kr@(3|{EM]Z].T[GploO 9D(9a9^k/JWObSY4Z >S^2 Medicaid Qualification Rules and How to Spend Down With a Burial Plan, Anatomical donation (ending in cremation), 6 Ways You Can Save Money with Funeral Preplanning & Prefunding, The Beginners Guide to Death Certificates, Celebration of life service personalized to reflect the life lived, Graveside service or a service at the crematory, Memorial service (takes place after burial or cremation). This link will open in a new window. Download the full guide below to begin funeral planning with confidence. 24 0 obj Often times, the person in charge of making the funeral arrangements are grieving, and may not have a clear understanding of the wishes of their deceased loved one. Looking and downloading premade templates is a much convenient alternative than creating one from scratch. Provide counseling or suggest a Christian counselor if needed. After death, a pastor of First will meet /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] These days, many funeral homes offer to host a reception after a funeral as part of a package, and even have special rooms for such large gatherings. 0 /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Rotate 0 A good funeral requires the sensitivity and comfort only a minister can provide. 2. It is a service of Christian worship suitable for funerals and memorial services. endobj It's an honor and privilege if you are asked to give the eulogy at a family member's or friend's funeral or memorial service. This complete funeral planning guide includes a checklist of the steps to take when a loved one dies. /Tabs /S 6 0 obj <> endobj endobj /Tabs /S % <> 0 . , j3 H $ j3 ( - j3 - h h 0 h h h h h c. c. l h h h . h h h h j3 h h h h h h h h h : FUNERAL CHECK LIST: Service planner c/o Worship Director and Officiating Pastor/Elder (to be written up after consultation with family of the deceased). Read on to find additional resources for each topic. <> Communication is the key to avoiding a negative outcome. This link will open in a new window. This easy, step-by-step guide will help you manage the process during this trying time. /Type /Page endobj Visit with friends of the deceased and ask them for special stories or memories of If you want a funeral planner that can do the necessary work for you, ensure that you are focused on prioritizing what is essential for the funeral program. /Rotate 0 Sometimes you may be the one to open the door of the hearse. 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