Last Rights of Central Pennsylvania
Making Arrangements
Most prefer to enlist the services of a professional funeral director to take care of the body of their deceased loved one. Click above for general price information on local funeral establishments.
Some people are becoming more active in the after-death care of a deceased loved one. Click above for a step-by-step guide to help you with that process--although every death will be different and you should expect to deal with unforeseen details.
There is growing interest in death care that is not only more frugal, but also based on the values of family, community, and the natural cycle of life. Click above for more information.
In Pennsylvania, you are permitted to name a designated agent (other than next of kin) to carry out your wishes for the disposition of your body. Click above for more information.
Hybrid Funeral--At Home With Help from a Funeral Director
Although some would like to participate in the after-death care of a loved one, they do not want to to everything themselves. Click above for some helpful questions to ask your local funeral director in the event that you would like to be in charge of the process, but pay them for individual services.
If you consider your companion animal to be part of your family, there are options for pet disposition as well. Here is one establishment that may interest you.