Arrange for body transportation
Decisions regarding this matter can only be made by an authorized individual: either a person designated in a legal document signed by your loved one, their spouse, or their next-of-kin. There are various options to consider based on the location of your loved one's passing:
- Funeral home: A funeral home can help arrange the transportation of your loved one for either a burial or .
- Cremation company: If budget is a factor, you may want to coordinate the transportation of your loved one with a cremation company.
- Organ donation organization: If your loved one expressed wishes to donate their body, these organizations can help pay for transportation arrangements.
It's important to know that you are not obligated to use the services of the funeral home that transports the body.