Funeral Wishes for John Smith
(Last updated January 30, 2003 3:36:11 PM CST)
The following information represents my personal
wishes regarding the handling of my body and the final arrangements
following my death. Wherever possible, I would like my family and
friends to honor these wishes to the best of their abilities.
Existing Will
As of the date on this document, I have not yet prepared a Last Will
and Testament. As a result, this Funeral Wishes document serves as the
most complete and accurate reflection of my personal wishes regarding
the final arrangements after my death.
Body or Organ Donation
I do not wish to donate my entire body to a medical institution
after my death. However, I do wish to donate some of the organs
in my body to benefit people who are in need of organ and/or tissue
transplantation. The only organs I wish to donate are:
Kidneys; Heart; Bone and bone marrow; Liver; Lungs;
Handling of the Body
If possible, immediately following my death I would like my body to
be left undisturbed for 24 hours. I do not wish my body to be embalmed.
If a post-mortem requires the consent of my next of kin, I would like
them to give it. Between my death and the funeral I have no preference
for where my body should be kept.
Final Disposition
I would like my body to be buried under ground. I would like to have
my casket carried by the following specific people: my brother, Jack
Smith; my uncle, Tom Jackson; my best friend, Andrew Williams; and my
colleague, Sally Jones. I would like my body to be
transported to the burial site in a hearse. I would like my family
to be transported to the burial site in a stretch limousine. I would
like to be buried in a cemetery.
Funeral Plan
In general, I would like the total cost of my funeral to be kept
under $10,000.
Page 1 of 3