No man is an island, and no family can properly memorialize their loved one without the help of the right people. When you choose Mt Pleasant, SC funeral homes, you’ll get a skilled staff is here to help and to support system you need to properly honor your loved one. In this article, we’ll look at the most important people you’ll want to work with when choosing McAlister-Smith Funeral & Cremation. 

The Funeral Director 

The funeral director is the point of entry for the entire funeral and memorial process, the first person you’ll meet when you walk in our doors. The funeral director is knowledgeable, able to explain all your options and the possible package, while offering the support and compassion you need during this different time. An event coordinator as well as a manager for the entire funeral and burial process, the funeral director is the key to the entire process. 

The Cemetery Manager 

If you’ve chosen a traditional burial for your loved one, the next step is to pick a burial plot and work with both the funeral home and the cemetery to plan the interment. If your loved one picked a family plot in advance and purchased it, these choices may be made for you, but if not the cemetery manager can guide you through your options. The burial plot is the biggest purchase you’ll make in the funeral planning process, and working with the right people is essential. 

The Officiant 

If you’re planning a memorial service at our facilities, it’s common to have a central speaker to lead the proceedings. This is most commonly the family’s religious leader, but we also have on-staff officiants available to pay tribute to your loved one according to your wishes. But it doesn’t need to be a person with a specific role - if you’re looking for a more personal tribute, it’s common to have a loved one serve as the officiant. 

The Vendors 

There are a lot of moving parts to planning a funeral, and one element is getting all the supplies you’ll need. This includes flower arrangements, decorations, and any food or drink if you’re having a catered memorial. Coordinating between many vendors can be challenging, which is why a well-organized funeral home can make all the difference. We offer in-house suppliers and have contacts with many of the most reliable vendors in our South Carolina region. 

The Digital Team 

This is one of our newest additions to our services, but it makes all the difference for families who can’t get everyone here in person. Our digital team will arrange a virtual guestbook so that people can pay tribute from around the world, and can arrange for video messages sent in to be played at the service. If you want to run a charity drive for a cause close to your loved one, we can create an online portal that makes that easy. 

The key to great service at Mt Pleasant funeral homes is the talent and the people we work with. To get started, contact McAlister-Smith Funeral & Cremation for more information on our services today.