Funeral Director

Funeral directors, also sometimes referred to as undertakers or morticians, help families plan funeral services; they then carry out those services. Common duties of funeral directors include meeting with families, helping families plan services, planning and organizing wakes and memorial services, placing obituary notices in newspapers and handling paperwork.

Funeral service professionals work with the bereaved during times of emotional need. These professional caregivers enable families and communities to express their emotions and help them to properly grieve.