Is Weigand Bros F.H. still family owned?
The Weigand Bros. F.H. is a family owned and operated funeral home serving Williston Park and the surrounding community with personal distinctive service since 1949.
Is embalming required by law?
Embalming is not required by New York State law. However embalming is required when the remains will be transported from one state to another by common carrier or as a result of a reportable contagious disease.
Is a vault required?
The use of an outer receptacle is not required by New York State law. Some cemeteries do require an outer protective receptacle for the casket to be placed into. The most common are either made of concrete, metal or wood. The casket is often placed in an outer receptacle to protect the remains and casket during the back filling of the grave which is done by heavy machinery as well as to keep the earth from sinking.
What type of services can we arrange at your funeral home?
At the Weigand Bros F.H. we are here to guide families through every aspect of the funeral service with special attention given to different customs and religions. We provide a wide range of services from traditional services with visitation and burial to cremations and memorial services.
What are some of the things funeral directors do?
Our directors help families with every aspect of the funeral ritual, some of the thing s we do are listed as follows.
1. Arrange religious services.
2. Arrange for burials, entombments and cremations.
3. Arrange military services.
4. Notify Social Security of the passing.
5. File life insurance claims.
6. File and obtain certified copies of the death certificate.
7. Arrange memorial services.
8. Apply for veterans benefits.
9. Arrange services with fraternal organizations.
10. Personalization of the funeral service.
A. Picture tributes
B. Casket personalization
C. Floral Arrangements
D. Religious services
E. Video tributes
What is Pre-Planning?
Pre-Planning is when an individual or family comes in to discuss funeral arrangements in detail and set up a burial account prior to ones passing. There are several advantages to Pre-Planning some of which are:
1. You have time to consider all options available and make an informed decision.
2. Peace of mind knowing that your loved ones will be able to carry out your wishes with absolute certainty.
3. That your funds are secure should a need arise to for Medicaid.
Are the prices guaranteed when I pre-pay for my funeral arrangements?
The funds received to pre-pay a funeral are placed into a trust that earns a high rate of interest. The interest that accrues helps cover the funeral expense in the future. Your funds are also FDIC insured for your protection.
