There are several ways a funeral can begin, and your funeral director will discuss the arrangements with you in advance. Some families choose for the funeral procession to leave from a home or another meaningful location. Others prefer to make their own way to the cemetery, crematorium or place of worship.
If mourners are meeting at the venue, the funeral director, funeral staff and the hearse will meet you there before the service begins.
The funeral director will guide everyone through what will happen next, answer any last-minute questions and ensure everything is ready before the service starts.
If you are travelling in the funeral limousine, your funeral director will explain where and when you should be ready for collection.
If you're making your own way to the funeral venue, it's a good idea to arrive around 15 to 20 minutes before the service is due to begin. This allows time for everyone to gather, greet family and friends, and ensures the service can start on time.
If family members are travelling separately, make sure everyone knows where they're meeting and what time they should arrive. Your funeral director will tell you exactly where the hearse and funeral staff will be waiting and what will happen when you arrive, helping everyone feel more at ease before the service begins.