When it comes time to plan a funeral for a deceased loved one, you need to work out the different details and things that you plan to make the funeral respectful and special. If you are going to have your loved one buried at a cemetery, you may want to think about how you will transport their body from the funeral homes in West Reading, PA to the cemetery. There are a lot of different ways you can do this and it can be a nice gesture to the family of the deceased to plan something special and unique. Here are a few options you might want to consider.
Hearse
Most funeral homes have a hearse that they will use to transport the body to the cemetery form the funeral home. This is the vehicle that leads the funeral procession and it is typically driven by a funeral director. There is also room inside the hearse for the family members to ride as well so they can escort their deceased loved one on their final ride. Other cars can follow behind the heard and escort it to the cemetery.
Limo
If you want to make sure the funeral service you are planning is sophisticated you may want to consider choosing a limo to carry the body of your loved one from the funeral home to the cemetery. These can be rented through private companies and they typically have plenty of room for the casket and the family and friends of the deceased who may prefer to ride with them. This can me more expensive than just using the hearse that is typically provided by the funeral home and included in the cost of the funeral services.
Private Vehicle
Some people want to make sure their services are as personal as possible and would prefer to use their own vehicle or the vehicle of the deceased to drive them to their final resting place. There are a lot of options for using a private vehicle. Some people have sports cars that they prefer to use and others have classic cars. Some people may even want to borrow a vehicle from a friend or family member and use it. Many people make their wishes to be transported to the cemetery in a classic car or a specific car known in their funeral plans.
If you are planning a funeral for a loved one and are thinking about how you will drive their body to the cemetery from the funeral homes in West Reading, PA, be sure to consider some of the above tops and suggestions. There are many options to consider so choose the ones that best fit your needs. You can also come up with other creative ways to make sure your loved one’s last ride is everything they deserve. If you need help making plans for funeral services be sure to reach out to the Whelan Schwartz Funeral Home, Inc We are happy to help with all your funeral planning needs.