Funeral Budget Sheet. If planning a funeral, keeping a funeral budget  is essential to help you estimate the costs you may incur. Your funeral plans may be more or less complex than what is listed here. Optional: download and print a PDF version of this budget sheet.

Make sure you shop around when you’re planning a funeral. Utilize MNFuneralPlanning.com for resources and helpful guidelines. If dealing with the loss of a loved one, you may want to ask the assistance of a friend or family member who isn’t as closely involved with the deceased. This trusted person may be able to help you make rational decisions during this emotional and difficult time.

Funeral Cost

  • Embalming _____
  • Other preparations for the body _____
  • Casket/Cremation Urn _____
  • Clergy Fee _____
  • Burial Clothing _____
  • Viewing and ceremony _____
  • Basic services of funeral director _____
  • Service program printing _____
  • Transfer of remains (Hearse) _____
  • Transportation of family (Limousine) _____
  • Other ______________________
  • Other ______________________

Total Funeral Cost_______________

Burial Cost

  • Grave plot or crypt _______________
  • Vault or grave liner _______________
  • Memorial/Tombstone/Monument _______________
  • Opening and closing of the grave _______________
  • Site Care/Maintenance _______________
  • Other _____________________________________
  • Other _____________________________________

Total Burial Cost_______________

Additional Cost

  • Flowers_______________
  • Food and drinks_______________
  • Reception Site/Venue_______________
  • Casket/Cremation Urn_______________
  • Chapel Fee_______________
  • Obituary_______________
  • Long distance calls or faxes_______________
  • Thank you notes_______________
  • Airfare_______________
  • Accommodations_______________
  • Other _____________________________________
  • Other _____________________________________

Total Additional Cost_______________

Total Cost_______________