What makes one funeral home better or better suited for you versus the next? There are a few factors to consider when choosing between

local funeral homes.  One of the main differences you’ll find is the process used to provide services.  Basically, how things are done at that particular funeral parlor.    Some of the more popular services offered by many funeral providers are embalming the body which preserves the body using chemicals and dye.    Cremation is another service chosen by many and thus provided as a service in by funeral directors locally.  A lot of local funeral homes actually have a crematorium on site and perform the service right there.  It is even possible today to visit the funeral home while you’re still alive and sit down for a pre-arrangement.  This is a fairly newer service where you can discuss your final wishes with the funeral home director for when the fatal time comes.  The other Big thing of course is price and this will vary from one home to the next but the key is getting the best VALUE for your dollar regardless of what the final price tag is.