There is a wide array of funeral services to create a heartfelt and dignified farewell shaped by the unique wishes and cultural background of the person who has passed and their loved ones. These services can be held in various settings such as a funeral home, place of worship, or even a family home. Either a casket or an urn can be present at the service and typically final memorialization follows which could include burial, entombment or cremation.

A viewing, in the context of a funeral, is a period of time during which the body of the deceased is presented for friends and family to pay their final respects.

A memorial service is a ceremony held to honor and remember the deceased. These services can take place at various locations, such as a funeral home, church, community center, or even a family home.

A committal or graveside service is a ceremony that takes place at the cemetery where the deceased will be buried or interred. It includes the final rites and prayers, and may involve the actual lowering of the casket into the grave or the placement of an urn in a columbarium.

A gathering following the funeral service where attendees can share memories, offer support, and find solace together in a supportive environment.