Edgar J. Racicot Inc. Funeral Home, Dracut, MA

The death of a loved one is the most stressful event in anyone's life, and yet decisions still need to be made. The manner of service and the merchandise must be selected. With guidance and compassion we are able to offer you some peace of mind in an emotional and trying time, while handling all the technical details of the funeral.

Whether your wishes are for a traditional funeral with service at place of worship or military honors, or a simple committal service, our family owned funeral home offers you the same care and understanding.

Product selections vary according to your individual taste and your affordability. Our selections offer something for every preference.

The following are services we will assist you with:

The transfer of the deceased from the place of death to the funeral home
Professional care of the deceased, which may include, embalming, dressing, hairdressing, cosmetology, and casketing
An arrangement conference with the family to plan specific details for the funeral
Locating the deceased's doctor to sign a death certificate; then filing this certificate at the local health department; obtaining the requested amount of certified death certificates for the family
Obtaining all necessary permits and authorizations, as required.
Preparing an obituary to be placed in any newspapers requested by the family
Contacting local cemeteries or crematory, as required
Providing a location for visitation and funeral ceremony
Placement of floral arrangements
Arranging for Pallbearers and motor equipment, including limousines, as required
Arranging for Cash Advances for cemetery expenses, clergy honorariums, music, funeral escorts
Contacting Fraternal or Military organizations to take part in the ceremony
Arranging for a personalized remembrance package, consisting of a register book, memorial folders, acknowledgments
Assist with Social Security and Veteran benefits
Assist in the selection of a casket and burial vault
Filing of life insurance claims

For information or questions please call us at 978-683-2706, or E-mail Us Here

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