### Traditional Funeral Services A traditional service typically includes a visitation or viewing, a formal funeral service (either at the funeral home chapel or a local church), and a graveside committal service. This option provides a structured way for family and friends to gather, offer support, and say their final goodbyes. ### Cremation and Memorial Services Cremation offers flexible options for families. You can choose a traditional visitation and funeral service with a casket present prior to cremation, or opt for a direct cremation followed by a memorial service at a later date. Memorial services can be held at the funeral home, a place of worship, or an outdoor venue. ### Celebrations of Life and the Monarch Center For families seeking a less formal gathering, a celebration of life focuses on honoring the unique personality and passions of the deceased. Toland-Herzig features the Monarch Center, a dedicated community and reception room in Dover. This space allows families to host post-service meals, receptions, and informal gatherings without having to coordinate a separate venue. ## Step-by-Step Guide to Planning a Service
Planning a funeral involves coordinating logistics, legal documentation, and personal touches. Following these steps will help keep the process organized. ### Step 1: Contact the Funeral Home If a death has occurred, your first step is to contact Toland-Herzig directly by phone. Their staff is available 24/7 to assist with transferring your loved one into their care and scheduling an arrangement conference. ### Step 2: Gather Necessary Information During the arrangement conference, the funeral director will need specific information to file the death certificate and prepare the obituary. Be prepared to provide: * The deceased’s full legal name, Social Security number, and date of birth. * Parents' names (including mother's maiden name) and the deceased's birthplace. * Educational background, occupation, and military discharge papers (Form DD-214), if applicable. * A high-quality photograph for the obituary and memorial program. ### Step 3: Personalize the Service Personalization helps tell the story of your loved one's life. You can work with the staff to integrate personal elements into the service, such as: * Selecting meaningful music, hymns, or scripture readings. * Setting up memory tables with photos, hobbies, and personal memorabilia. * Creating a digital tribute video to be played during the visitation. * Choosing custom stationery, register books, and memorial folders.
### Step 4: Select Merchandise and Coordinate Burial or Cremation You will need to select the necessary merchandise based on your service choices. This may include a casket, an outer burial container (vault), an urn, or memorial jewelry. The funeral home will also coordinate with local cemeteries, such as Dover Burial Park or others in the Tuscarawas County area, to arrange the burial plot opening and closing. ## Utilizing Online Resources for Guests and Families Toland-Herzig Funeral Home provides an online platform that serves as a helpful tool for both planning families and out-of-town guests. ### Finding Obituaries and Service Details To view details for a scheduled service, you can visit the official Toland-Herzig website and navigate to the "All Obituaries" page. To locate a specific listing, you can: * **Search by Name:** Use the search bar to input a first or last name. * **Browse by Month:** If you are unsure of the spelling but know the timeframe of the passing, you can filter listings by month and year. * **Filter Alphabetically:** Browse listings alphabetically by the first letter of the deceased's last name.
### Accessing Tributes and Sending Condolences Once you locate the correct individual's memorial page, you can access essential details to plan your attendance or support the family. These pages typically feature: * The official obituary detailing the individual's life and surviving family members. * Specific service dates, times, and locations for visitations and funerals. * An online guestbook where you can leave condolences, share memories, or upload photos. * Direct links to order flowers or sympathy gifts to be delivered directly to the service or the family's home. ## Pre-Planning a Service Pre-planning allows you to make your wishes known in advance, sparing your family from making difficult decisions during a time of grief. Toland-Herzig offers pre-arrangement services where you can select your service preferences, merchandise, and even pre-fund the arrangements to lock in current prices and protect against inflation. You can begin this process by filling out their online pre-planning form or scheduling a consultation with a pre-planning specialist at their Dover location.
