Why Families Pre-Plan: The 3 Burdens
Financial Burden
“What will this really cost?”
One of the hardest moments for any family is sitting at a funeral home table, grieving, and suddenly being asked how much they can afford.
In that moment, costs add up fast—not just the casket or plot, but interment fees, vaults, permits, and service details. Without preparation, loved ones often turn to credit cards or savings just to cover the basics. And with prices rising every year, tomorrow’s bill is always higher than today’s.
Preplanning removes that pressure by locking in today’s costs and giving your family a clear, all-in quote, so money never overshadows love and remembrance.
Emotional Burden
“Who decides... and how?”
Without clear wishes, disagreements can surface when emotions run highest. In the middle of grief, families are often forced to make quick decisions: burial or cremation, which cemetery, what kind of service.
Without clear direction, emotions run high and disagreements can arise between siblings, spouses, or relatives — sometimes leaving lasting wounds.
Preplanning removes that burden by documenting your wishes in advance, giving your loved ones peace of mind and unity in knowing they are honoring you, not guessing for you.
Time Burden
“We have days, not weeks.”
Most families have ~72 hours to finalize every detail
When a death occurs, the clock starts ticking. In just a few days, families are expected to handle paperwork, permits, clergy, service details, travel, and more — all while processing their loss.
It’s overwhelming, and something important is often missed. Preplanning transforms that chaos into calm by creating a clear 72-hour plan, coordinating the logistics, and ensuring every detail is handled.
That way, your family can focus on being together, not racing against time.
Funeral Services on Maui
Whether you choose cremation, a traditional funeral, or a celebration of life, we guide your family with compassion and handle every detail.
Cremation Services
Cremation can be simple or ceremonial. Choose direct cremation, a viewing and service before cremation, or permanent placement in a niche or urn.
Traditional Funeral
Honor your loved one with professional care, embalming, chapel or church services, and graveside committal. Packages include hearse, flowers, and coordination.
Celebration of Life
Personalized gatherings with music, slideshow tributes, livestream, and cultural touches such as lei, ti leaf, or dove releases.
CEMETERY SPACES
Whether you choose cremation, a traditional funeral, or a celebration of life, we guide your family with compassion and handle every detail.
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