Common Misconceptions About Working in the Funeral Profession

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a funeral home? Do you know what a typical day is like working in a funeral chapel? Because few truly understand what happens behind the scenes at a funeral parlor, it opens the door to common misconceptions.Many people are familiar with the standard funeral home professionals’ duties which take place during a service or memorial. Have you ever wondered about a misconception you heard relating to someone’s job in a funeral parlor?If you want to learn some common misconceptions about working in the funeral home, then listen to this episode of Forever in their Hearts.In this episode, host Erik Reynolds talks with Valerie Martell, Director of Operations for Martin Brothers Funeral Services about which are tall tales, and which hold a nugget of truth..There are a lot of misinformed ideas that surround the funeral home profession. This interview is an opportunity to get exclusive insights from an industry expert.How the Staff Copes in a Place of MourningThe episode begins with Valerie explaining that despite the sad moments which take place in the funeral chapel, working in the funeral home does not mean being sad all the time.Then Valerie shares some of the different emotions that people experience when planning funeral arrangements for a loved one lost, and what types of activities trigger them.Planning or attending a funeral can help provide closure for your grief, but it also means remembering the good times you had with your loved one who has passed away.Why Funeral Homes Aren’t Just Out to Get Your MoneyNext Valerie addresses the misconception about funeral directors being out to get people’s money. She explains about services having fees attached, and answers questions like:- What do funerals cost in relation to a wedding or another big event?- Does the total cost of a funeral matter to the funeral home director?- Why can’t I have a funeral without the assistance of a funeral home?Now ask yourself these two questions: Do I find misconceptions about working in the funeral home interesting? Are there questions I’d like to have answered? If you answered “yes” to either or both questions, then you would be especially interested in hearing this interview.What Kind of People Work in the Funeral Chapel?Then Valerie addresses the misconception about funeral homes being filled with creepy employees. She knows funeral home professionals in other areas and shares the non-creepy trait they all have in common.Valerie explains where the misconception originated in regards to early funerals. She goes on to explain which traditions are still observed out of respect for grieving family members.If you’ve heard misconceptions about working in the funeral home then you can call your local funeral home, like Martin Brothers in the Greater Vancouver area, to get them cleared up.The episode concludes with Valerie sharing her final thoughts about funeral home misconceptions.Do You Have Questions about Funeral Home Misconceptions?Have you heard a misconception about careers in the funeral home? Do you want to satisfy your curiosity and sort the truth from the tall tales? If you have any questions or comments not addressed during the podcast, please mention them below where we can discuss them.Martin Brothers Funeral Services has more than 100 years of experience in providing thoughtful, dedicated services to families dealing with loss. If you are ready to take care of funeral pre-arrangements, have additional questions about their services, or are dealing with a loss, please contact them at their Vancouver office.Martin Brothers Funeral ServicesVancouver: Funeral Services Centre3398 Dunbar StreetVancouver, BC Canada V6S 2C1Telephone Number: 778.330.7799Toll Free Number: 1.800.382.2901Fax Number: 778.330.7633Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MartinBrothersFuneralChapelsBcLtdTwitter: https://twitter.com/martinbrothers1