Preparing When Death is Near Checklist
When death is near, planning focuses on comfort, clarity, and honoring wishes while time allows. This checklist helps organize the most important decisions, conversations, and documents so loved ones are not left guessing later. Fill the form out below and save as a PDF with your completed information or download blank Preparing When Death Is Near Checklist and fill-out.
Immediate Support & Care Decisions
Legal & Medical Wishes
Personal Wishes & Final Conversations
Funeral & Memorial Preferences
Funeral Program & Keepsakes (If Desired)
After-Death Practical Planning
When time is limited, simple decisions made with care are enough. Many families use templates, editing support, and printing services from The Funeral Program Site to prepare meaningful memorial materials quickly.
Final reminder: focus on comfort, dignity, and connection. Everything does not need to be perfect.