Why do people choose burial versus cremation?
An individual's choice of burial over cremation is often based on
family traditions and/or family beliefs.
What types of Cash Disbursements are needed at the time of the funeral and what
if I do not have the cash up front to pay for them?
To assist the families we serve, Newell Funeral Home is more than glad to cover
third party expenses for your family and we will place them on your account as a convenience until the estate is settled.
Some cash disbursements may include:
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Newspaper Obituary
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Honorariums of Clergy, Vocalist, and Organist/Pianist.
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Cemetery Charges
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Flowers
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Certified Copies of Death Certificate
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Etc.
Can Newell Funeral Home arrange funerals in other cities?
Yes. At Newell Funeral Home, we can help arrange
and carry out services, no matter where. We work with funeral homes and churches in other cities to make the process as simple
as possible for you.
Can Newell Funeral Home take care of our funeral if death
occurs while we are out of town on vacation or on a business trip?
If a death occurs while one is away from Jefferson County on a vacation or away for the winter months it is best to contact
Newell Funeral first and we will contract with a reputable funeral home firm in the area you are located in to have your loved
one picked up and returned home to Mount Vernon, Illinois.
When I made my pre-arrangements, Newell Funeral Home
was not built yet. Since Newell Funeral Home opened I have gotten to know the Newell Family or witnessed their professional
service and wish to use their funeral home instead. Can I transfer my pre-arrangements to Newell Funeral Home?
Yes.
Our staff is experienced in transferring all types of pre-arrangements. We can prepare the necessary paperwork and provide
copies of your new arrangements so that you can be assured your wishes will be carried out. Funeral Director, Jason Newell
will discuss all your plans and make transferring your pre-arrangements a smooth and simple process. Because we are locally
owned and operated, you can feel comfortable knowing that the same people who handle your pre-arrangement will also take care
of your loved one's funeral.
Will you help me with death benefits?
Yes. Filing for death benefits can be very emotional and confusing. That's
why we're here to help by providing information before and after a death. Newell Funeral Home is experienced:
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Life
Insurance Death Benefits
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Social
Security Death Benefits
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Veterans
Death Benefits
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Public
Aid Death Benefits
I've heard a lot about burial services, but very little
about cremations. I'd like to learn what's involved in the cremation process. Can you help me?
Yes. At Newell Funeral
Home, we can offer your family the opportunity to have a traditional visitation and/or funeral service before cremation
or cremation followed by a memorial service with facilities for private or public services.
