If you've ever been a part of planning a funeral, you know that there are a lot of questions that need to be answered in a short amount of time. Or if you've never planned a funeral, you may have no idea where to even start. "What to Know Before You Go" is an easy-reading resource that will answer the questions you're asking, and bring up some of the questions you should be asking, before you make any major decisions about a funeral. Whether you're planning for yourself or for a family member, or if it's an imminent need or planning for your own (hopefully) distant future, it is amazing how a little bit of thought and planning now can save you or your survivors so much worry and anxiety when the time of need comes. You can use the information in this book to help you make educated decisions about exactly what you want when that time comes. Clients have also effectively used the book as an icebreaker to start a difficult conversation with aging parents. As a second-generation funeral director for Mueller Memorial, Scott Mueller has been around the funeral profession his entire life and has been practicing in it for nearly 40 years. In that time he has been asked many questions about what goes into a funeral, why we need funerals, and how to make a funeral a meaningful and personalized tribute to a beloved family member or friend. By the end of this book, you will be better informed about why we have funerals, what you want from the ceremonies and celebrations that can surround a death, and how to get the best quality, care, and value from the funeral home you choose. From the functional to the frivolous with What to Know Before You Go, you'll get all the answers you need for a funeral or memorial that's as unique as the individual being celebrated.