The Funeral Ceremony Step-by-Step

1. Transport to the Funeral Home

• The body is taken to the funeral director for preparation.

• Family may arrange a private viewing or home wake.

2. Funeral Procession to Church or Crematorium

• Hearse and pallbearers transport the coffin.

• Family follows in procession.

3. Funeral Service

• Entry music, prayers, or readings.

• Eulogies and symbolic gestures (flowers, candle lighting, etc.).

4. Committal & Final Farewell

• The coffin is lowered (burial) or moved to cremation.

• Mourners may lay flowers or say final words.

5. Reception & Will Reading

• Family gathers for a post-funeral meal.

• The will is read, and estate matters begin.