PREARRANGED FUNERALS

FOR THE AMHERST, BUFFALO, GRAND ISLAND, KENMORE, NIAGARA FALLS, NORTH TONAWANDA, TONAWANDA, LANCASTER, CHEEKTOWAGA & WILLIAMSVILLE, NY AREAS

Want to plan your funeral arrangements now? Want to be sure that your family doesn't have to pay for your funeral? You can pre-plan your own funeral and pay for it in advance. Consumers in Buffalo and other areas of New York who prefund their funeral arrangements have their money protected by what are truly the strongest preneed laws in the nation. These laws require that 100% of such funds be deposited in an interest-bearing, government backed trust account where the principal and interest earned remain the property of the consumer. The purchaser remains in control of the preneed account. If the account is revocable, a purchaser may request a full refund of the principal and interest earned at any time, for any reason, without penalty. The purchaser may also select a new funeral home at any time. New York State law also mandates full disclosure to the consumer by requiring that written statements be sent containing information on the funds deposited to date, where they are deposited and interest earned.

Yes, with a guaranteed funeral, the funeral home guarantees to provide the services, merchandise and facilities you selected for the amount of money in your account. The guaranteed funeral arrangements are not affected by future price increases since the funeral home accepts the principal and interest as payment-in-full. Your estate will not have to pay anything extra for those items that are guaranteed. Lester H. Wedekindt Funeral Home Inc. is proud to offer prearranged funerals to families throughout Buffalo, Kenmore, Tonawanda, Amherst, North Tonawanda, Williamsville, Grand Island, Lancaster, Cheektowaga and Niagara Falls, NY.

There are many benefits to pre-planning your funeral arrangements beyond those of a financial nature as well. For example, it will make things much easier on your loved ones. Countless responsibilities and details arise upon a person's death, and must be attended to promptly during what is already an emotional time. Removing any guesswork and making it so they know exactly what should be done regarding your funeral arrangements will be a huge weight off of their shoulders. Funeral planning will also ensure you are remembered in the way you desire. Committing your wishes down on paper helps inform others of the best way to honor your memory, and knowing that you have all the important matters prearranged allows you to live out your glory years enjoying peace of mind.