Last-Minute Funeral Planning Checklist

When time is limited, planning a funeral can feel overwhelming. This checklist focuses on the most important decisions to make quickly, so nothing essential is missed. Many families use these planning tools alongside templates, editing, and printing options available at The Funeral Program Site. Fill the form out below and save as a PDF with your completed information or download blank Last-Minute Funeral Planning Checklist and fill-out.
Priority Contacts (First Calls)
Basic Information Needed Right Away
Service Details (Lock These In)
What to Decide About the Ceremony
Must-Have Funeral Program Items (If You’re Printing)
Logistics (Don’t Skip These)
Printing and Deadline (If Programs Are Needed Fast)
If time is limited, The Funeral Program Site offers ready-to-edit templates, editing help, and professional printing so you can create a meaningful funeral program quickly and with less stress.
Final tip: choose “good enough” decisions to keep things moving. A simple, heartfelt service is always enough.