Why Everyone Needs a Funeral Planner Document (and How to Get Yours Free)
Most of us like to think we’re organised. We keep the bills paid, we remember birthdays, and the house is (more or less) in order. But when it comes to planning for the inevitable, many families are left scrambling.
It’s not because people don’t care — it’s because no one likes talking about death, let alone making plans for it. And yet, in my work helping people with Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney, I’ve seen time and again the stress that comes when loved ones are left without clear instructions. Many families end up so angry they never speak to each other again, all because the deceased didn’t leave clear instructions.
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You may not care – so invent something as a Guide for your executors, who are legally responsible for organising your funeral, but may not be aware of it untill too late!
That’s exactly why I created the Funeral Planner Document — a simple, practical tool designed to make one of life’s hardest times just a little bit easier for your family. And the best bit? You can get it free today.
What is a Funeral Planner Document?
Think of it as a roadmap for your family. It’s a straightforward document where you can record your preferences, wishes, and practical details about your funeral.
Here’s what it covers:
- Your wishes – whether you’d prefer burial or cremation, religious or non-religious service, or a simple farewell without fuss.
- Practical details – from music choices and readings to whether you’d like flowers or donations to charity.
- Important contacts – such as your chosen funeral director, minister, or celebrant.
- Financial arrangements – if you’ve prepaid for a funeral plan or set aside funds.
- Personal touches – favourite songs, photos, or anything that would make the day feel like you.
It’s not a legal document. It’s simply a way of recording your wishes clearly so your family aren’t left guessing at a time when they should be supporting one another.
Why It Matters
Without something like this, families often face three problems:
- Guesswork.
“What would Mum have wanted?” is a painful question to ask in the middle of grief. Siblings can disagree, leading to added stress and even lasting tension. - Unnecessary expense.
Funerals can easily cost thousands of pounds, and without guidance families sometimes overspend because they feel it’s the ‘done thing’. Having your wishes written down can help keep costs sensible. - Delays, confusion and arguments.
When nobody knows who to call, where to hold the service, or what music you’d have liked, the process takes longer and feels harder.
The Funeral Planner Document solves all three. It gives your loved ones peace of mind, clarity, and the reassurance that they’re honouring your life in the way you would have wanted.
Why I’m Giving It Away
You might be wondering, “If this is so useful, why are you giving it away free?”
The answer is simple: I believe good planning should be accessible to everyone. My role as a professional will writer and estate planner is to help families prepare for life’s most important moments. By sharing this tool freely, I hope to start more conversations about planning ahead — conversations that might also lead to reviewing Wills, LPAs, or inheritance planning.
In short, the more families that are prepared, the fewer will face avoidable stress later on.
How to Use It
Here’s how I recommend using the document once you’ve downloaded it:
- Fill it in at your own pace. You don’t need to decide everything at once. Start with the basics, like burial or cremation.
- Talk it through. Share it with your family so they understand your wishes.
- Keep it safe. Store it alongside your Will and other important papers. Let your executors or attorney know where it is.
- Review it occasionally. Your preferences may change over time — updating the document takes just a few minutes.
That’s it. No fuss, no jargon, just a clear plan for one of life’s biggest certainties.
Ready to Take the First Step?
The Funeral Planner Document is free to and only takes a few minutes to start becoming valuable — but the peace of mind it provides is immeasurable.
Families who’ve used it tell me the same thing:
“It was such a relief knowing exactly what Dad wanted. We could focus on remembering him, not worrying about whether we were doing the right thing.”
And that’s what it’s all about.
Final Thoughts
None of us like to think about our own funeral, but planning ahead is one of the kindest gifts you can leave behind. A few simple notes today can spare your loved ones from doubt, stress, and unnecessary costs tomorrow.
So, if you haven’t already, ask for your free Funeral Planner Document now. Keep it safe, share it with your family, and rest easier knowing that when the time comes, everything is already taken care of.