Funeral Planning - Riverdale, Maryland - Chambers Funeral Home & Crematorium, P.A.

It is recommended that the person responsible for making arrangements

have at least one other individual assist to assure that decisions made

are not overshadowed by emotions. The support of family and friends

will help relieve the emotional strain of making these arrangements.

Be prepared to provide the funeral director with statistical information to

complete and file the death certificate as required by law. The

information which is not always readily available but needed for the

certificate is as follows:

1.   Full name of the deceased
2.   Residence of the deceased
3.   Marital status
4.   Date of birth
5.   Birthplace
6.   Occupation
7.   Father's name
8.   Mother's full maiden name
9.   Social security number
10. Military service information
11. Hispanic origin
12. Highest grade of education

It is very important that this information be accurate as the death

certificate is a legal document permanently filed with the State or

District Health Department. Certified copies of the death certificate

are issued by the Health Department's Division of Vital Records.

The funeral director will assist in securing the number of copies you

may need.

The religious preference and name of the individual you wish to

conduct the ceremony will be needed to coordinate the service

time. If the person you prefer is not available or you have no

individual choice, the funeral director can contact a Minister, Priest

or Rabbi to officiate.

Have available the deed to the cemetery property showing the name of the lot owner and site location. If the original deed is not available, the name(s) of the property owner(s) will generally help in locating the grave. If you do not own cemetery property, the funeral director can assist you in locating a grave at the most reasonable cost.

It is suggested that a recent photo and clothing be provided when viewing is desired. Specifically designed, inexpensive burial garments are available if necessary. The casket selection is made from a wide variety. In our display room the caskets are clearly priced so you are aware at all times of the expense involved.

The funeral director will guide you in preparing the death notice for the newspaper and arranging transportation. We will advise you regarding benefits you may be entitled to, such as social security and veterans allowances, providing the required forms when applicable.

The Chambers family will professionally arrange the cremation services you design in an honest, sincere and efficient manner, providing the highest quality of service and merchandise at the least expense.