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Tennessee planning guide

Documents and information to gather

The papers you need depend on your situation and the providers you use. Start with what you can find. Write down what is still missing.

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Start with these steps

  1. Full legal name, date of birth, Social Security number, address, and whether they were married.
  2. Names of parents and spouse, and of the person with the right to make arrangements.
  3. Photo ID, military discharge papers, and details of any insurance or prepaid funeral plan.
  4. Cemetery deed, plot details, headstone rules, and any burial rights the person already has.
  5. Details for the obituary, a photo, contacts for a faith leader or celebrant, and wishes for the service.
Check the details first.

The steps can differ based on your situation and where you live. Check the legal, medical, cemetery, and provider rules with the right Tennessee office or a licensed professional.

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