Funeral Quest Afrique (FQA) Funeral GuideBook

Our Story
Funerals make connections as well as
making a separation. They bring
families and friends together, they link
the living to the departed. The
ceremony is crucial to the process of
joining memories and celebrating life.
In all it is a greeting as well as a
farewell
Funeral Quest Afrique is all about creating beautiful
sunsets for loved ones who have started another chapter in
the afterlife. We conceive, design and create personalized
funeral programs for our clients. We partner with our
clients to provide an affordable yet meaningful sendoff
package for their loved one.
We offer a number of diverse services under one roof so that you may
have peace of mind. We also offer complementary services to make the
process of putting together a
meaningful funeral simple.
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What we believe:
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We have an well experienced and
passionate team that helps our beloved
clients in designing a memorable
funeral ceremony that respects the
deceased's wishes which can be stressful,
particularly when grieving. We as Funeral
Quest Afrique have the life experience and
training to ensure that your family
traditions and rituals are adhered to.
Let us be your pillar of comfort.

How We Work
Reach out to us via phone or email
Consult on the kind of funeral
solutions you want
Put together the details that are
required as per the funeral solutions
requested and send them via email
to: hello@funeralquestafrique.co.ke
We design and send to you within
24 hours
Approved, we proceed to printing.
This Takes 48 Hours
Have your specific funeral solution
product shipped to you or you pick
them up at our office
For specific funeral solution
services we offer them on an order
basis as per discussions with Funeral
Quest Afrique as the service provider
and the client.
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KENYA FUNERAL
GUIDE
The Kenyan Funeral Perspective
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Steps in Planning a Kenyan Funeral
Introduction: Death has occurred and you have a few days to
plan a funeral where do you start?
Step One:
Make an announcement through:
a) Social media channels: Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp,
Telegram etc.
b) Traditional Media channels: Newspaper, Radio,
Television, Outdoor billboards and signage etc.
c) Online funeral websites e.g. funeralquestafrique.co.ke
Step Two:
Convene a meeting to plan for the funeral and some of the
most important questions to ask include:
Whether to have a private or open funeral
Whether to cremate or bury
Whether to bury in upcountry ancestral home or in
a cemetery in town locality
Whether to use a funeral committee or a funeral
planner like (funeralquestafrique.co.ke)
How to plan for a meaningful memorial service
How to set important dates for the funeral event
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Step Three:
Cost breakdown that is directly related to the deceased such
as:
Morgue cost: Charged per day for admission, embalming,
beautification, post mortem and other inclusive services
as per family requests. Charges range from (Ksh 1,000 to
Ksh 15,000 per day).
Hearse Cost: Overnight stay is more expensive as well as
the distance of travel. Cost matters with regards to type
of vehicle (7-Seater van, buses, and luxurious hearses
such as Mercedes).
Coffin: Consider the personality and tastes of your lost
loved one. Perhaps he was the sturdy and strong type or
their favorite color. Coffins are available these days to
reflect any imaginable personal preference. Evaluate
your budget as much as you want to honor your loved one
at the same time don’t go into debt for paying for a
coffin. Plan and effectively budget for a coffin that is
within your financial capability.
Step Four:
Burial garments symbolize a meaningful and elegant send
off. Choose the best burial garments that depicted the
fashion style of your loved one. For more tips Check out:
funeralquestafrique.co.ke
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Step Five:
Burial Stationary and accessories to consider:
Funeral programs
Condolence books: get customized options
Deceased portrait
E-cards
Thank you cards
Bookmarks with deceased favorite quote sayings, life
philosophy and photos
Memorabilia such as branded T-shirts, caps, mugs, peace
pillows.
Check out for more at: funeralquestafrique.co.ke
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Key Essentials For Funeral
1. Coffin/Casket of Choice
2. Morgue Costs
3. Hearse
4. Burial Venue
5.Flowers
6. Burial Garments
7. Mass Media Obituary
8. Funeral Program and Eulogy
9. Funeral Master of Ceremony
10. Deceased Burial Garments and Family Attire
11. Funeral Décor
12. Catering
13. Photo Display
14. Funeral Stationary and Accessories
15. Song List
16. Grave Beautification e.g.: live roses, grave stones
17. Photography and Videography
18. Transportation of people to venue
19. Death Certificate and Burial Permit

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How to Save Costs
1. Budget first instead of just purchasing things randomly
2. Compare costs online
3. Use a funeral planner and insist for price comparisons
instead of just accepting costs as is. Don’t be afraid of asking
direct questions such as: (Can I see a cheaper casket? Can I
get a discount?).
4. Go for a meaningful sendoff that depicts the deceased
lifestyle. Choose a coffin or casket that suits their
personality.
5. Ask for a package: Most funeral service providers will offer
discounted packages.
6. Salient costs that inflate a funeral include: catering, décor,
transportation and sound. Ensure that you list your most
important and urgent costs before you can comfortably
afford to spend on the non-essential items.

How to Fundraise For a Funeral
Sometimes when financial resources are tight some of the
ways for one to finance a funeral include:
1. M-changa: With people exchanging millions of shillings
every day through mobile money platforms such as Mpesa,
M-Changa provides a transparent platform for people in dire
need of money to start online fundraising. Through the
fundraising platform, contributors can donate cash to
specific causes that appeal to them
(https://www.changa.co.ke/)
2. Sell small gift items: such as flowers and bookmarks as it
is easier you collect small amounts of cash from many
people. You can personalize small gifts that have a message
and the money you get can be channeled for the funeral
expenses
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3. Funeral Committee: Come up with a budget for example
Ksh 400, 000 so as a family contribute and let the balance be
raised by the committee. The money should then be
apportioned based on
priorities.
4. Loan: Last option is to take a loan from legitimate
financial institutions.
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FUNERAL
PROGRAMS
Our Funeral Programs Tell A Story
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OUR FUNERAL PROGRAM
Our funeral program is a small brochure, usually in
which the departed person is paid homage and details
of the funeral or memorial services take place. You may
also hear it being referred to as a “Service Order” or a
Memorial Folder. Our funeral program provides
something for family and friends to bring with them as
a memento when paying their last respects.
The content of your funeral program will depend on
your personal preference and the type of service you
are having. It can be as simple or as complex as you
like.
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THE STRUCTURE
Think of the program as two separate parts: the cover
and the contents. The cover usually includes:
A photo of the deceased
The name of the deceased
The deceased’s date of birth and death
A quotation or inspirational saying
A funeral program title (A short phrase or caption
that sets the tone for the service. Examples are “A
Homecoming Celebration,” “A Celebration of Life,”
“A Loving Farewell.”
If you are having a religious service, you may want to
include a relevant scripture passage. For a secular
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You may also want to include a quote that the deceased
found meaningful. Instead of inside the program, some
designers will place the quotation on the cover. You have a
great deal of flexibility in how you place your information
since there are no hard and fast rules.
Among the items that are commonly included in the inside
of the in the funeral program are:
Service Information (Date, Time, Location,
Person Officiating)
Funeral Outline (Order of Service): The events that will
take place during the service.
People participating in the service: (Officiant, Persons
giving Eulogy and readings, soloists, musicians,Others)
Music Selections (Lyrics if appropriate)
Poems, Readings, or Scriptures
Funeral Prayers
Obituary or Biography of the Deceased
Interment details
Funeral Reception Information; Time and Place

POINT TO PONDER
You are not limited to the information shown in the list
above. Nor are you required to have all of these items.
The list is provided so that you will have an idea of the
type of information many people like to include. If you
want to do something different—go for it! The real
point in having a Funeral Program at all is to honor a
loved one and help those who are grieving for them
remember them. Exactly how you do that will depend
on your culture, traditions, and personal preferences.
NOTE: Send an email about the funeral program details
to: hello@funeralquestafrique.co.ke
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EULOGY
WRITING
Say Farewell in a Memorable Way
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OUR EULOGY WRITING
Writing and giving a eulogy is a way to say goodbye to
someone who has died and help the audience bring the
person to life. For most of us writing and giving a eulogy
is something we have no knowledge with, so it's hard to
know where to start. To access our Eulogy services:
Step One: Contact Us with some initial information and
when you need the eulogy delivered.
Step Two: We conduct a consultation with you over the
phone, email or whatsapp to get all the best anecdotes
and information we need to write the perfect funeral
speech.
Step Three: We will email you a draft eulogy for your
feedback. Any amendments will be made in plenty of
time for you to practice its delivery and honor your
loved one in style.
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It takes a lot of effort, both emotionally and intellectually, to
write an Eulogy. It’s going to be a frustrating, but also
incredibly rewarding experience. The best way to honor your
deceased loved one will be to compose the message at a
funeral or memorial service.
As to how to compose an Eulogy, there are no hard and fast
rules. These are incredibly personal by their nature and
should be tailored for the audience these are presented to
and representative of the person they are about. Some are
full of humor, some are full of spirituality, some focus on
one topic, some comment on a wide range of subjects.
But if you scratch your head and ask how to write an eulogy,
from our years of experience of writing speeches, including
many eulogies we are here to help.If you would like some
professional help with writing a eulogy or funeral
speech, don’t hesitate to contact us at:
hello@funeralquestafrique.co.ke
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FREE
OBITUARIES
Your Comfort at the Right Time
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OUR OBITUARY
An obituary is a published notice of a person's death. It is
common for family members or the funeral home to place
an obituary in the local newspaper in order to announce a
death. If you want to find an old obituary but don't want
to pay a fee, there are ways to locate old ones, from recent
deaths to those that occurred centuries ago. However, it
will take some work as free obituary archives are not as
easily found.
Funeral Quest Afrique Provides free obituaries as a way of
comforting you during your most trying moment. Send us
the details of your obituary to:
hello@funeralquestafrique.co.ke
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FUNERAL FLOWERS
GUIDE
Show your hope and sympathy
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Choosing and Sending Flowers
Sending flowers to show one's sorrow is a long traditiondating
back to the origins of man. During sad times,
flowers bring hope and mean sympathy, caring and
comfort. Flowers serve a dual purpose in modern times,
namely celebrating the life of the deceased and giving
comfort to the grieving family.
Selecting the type of funeral flower arrangement that
reflects your true feelings, you have several options:
Floral Baskets: Funeral baskets make a lovely
presentation and come in several sizes. They can be
delivered to a funeral home for a wake viewing, to a
church for a religious service or to the family's home
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Standing Sprays: Standing sprays are displayed on an
easel and are typically displayed near the casket. They
allow viewing from one side only. Funeral sprays are
characteristically sent to a funeral home, but can also be
delivered to a church for a service or to a graveside burial
ceremony.
Wreaths,Crosses and Hearts: These larger, prominent
floral arrangements are displayed near the casket on an
easel and are appropriate for family and close friends.
The circular shape of a funeral wreath is a poignant way
to represent eternal life, while funeral crosses represent
faith and the heart stands for love. They are often
delivered to a funeral home and may be taken to a
gravesite.
Dish Gardens or Plants: Dish gardens are comprised of an
assortment of lush green plants and/or flowering colorful
plants and are typically arranged in a basket or decorative
container. Both dish gardens and plants are suitable to be
sent directly to a wake or to the family's home.
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Flower type and meaning
Lilies: As one of the most popular floral choices for
funerals, lilies represent the restored innocence of the
soul of the departed.
Gladioli: Tall and majestic, gladioli convey strength of
character, moral integrity and sincerity
Carnations: White carnations convey pure love and
innocence; red carnations represent admiration; and
pink carnations stand for remembrance.
Chrysanthemums:In many European Cultures,
chrysanthemums are only used as funeral flowers as
they are symbolic of death. In the US, chrysanthemums
represent truth and are typically regarded as a cheerful
way to honor someone who lived a full life.
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Roses:This highly popular flower carries different
meanings depending on the color; White roses express
reverence, innocence and youthfulness; Red roses
convey respect, love and courage; Pink roses signify
love, grace and gentility; Crimson roses denote grief
and sorrow; and yellow represents friendship.
Orchids:Pink and white are traditional orchid colors
used to express one's sympathy and typically represent
eternal love. Phalaenopsis and dendrobium orchids are
generally the most appropriate types of orchids used as
sympathy flowers.
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FUNERAL CLOTHING
GUIDE
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What To Wear
Wearing proper attire will show respect for the deceased,
his relatives, and others. Generally, a funeral outfit
should be more on the conservative side, something you
might wear to a business meeting, job interview, or
church or synagogue. Black or dark colors remain the best
choice for the deceased's immediate family. Anyone
attending the service have more choices, particularly
visitors, but the guidelines still require mostly relaxed,
conservative clothing that respects the event. Clean, neat
and well-pressed clothes are a must.
For Men: Most common funeral etiquette practices for
men to wear include a dark suit with a white or plain
solid colored shirt, and a subdued tie; a dark jacket with
dark pants, and a collared, shirt with a tie and a belt;
and dark dress shoes. Younger men should, at
minimum, wear a well-pressed solid-colored shirt,
slacks, and dress shoes if possible.
For Women: Most common funeral etiquette practices
for women to wear include a dark or black skirt suit or
pantsuit; a skirt of appropriate length or pants and a
top with sleeves, a blouse, or a sweater; flats or pumps.
In some cultures, and religions women wear hats to
funerals.
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What Not To Wear
According to the International Business Protocol and
Social Etiquette, colors to avoid include red, orange, and
yellow, bright hues and flowers and other bold and loud
patterns. Interestingly, there are religions and cultures
where black clothing would be inappropriate, such as at a
Quaker funeral, at which guests should wear white.
For Men: As far as the style, men should avoid
wearing jeans, short-sleeved shirts, athletic shoes,
and baseball caps.
For Women: Women should avoid wearing very casual,
festive, or revealing clothing, flip-flops, sandals, or
sneakers. Also, parents should be mindful of what
their children should wear, making sure it’s not messy
clothes and jeans.

GRIEF SUPPORT
GUIDE
Showing Support for the Grieving
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How to Show Support
Be Present: Showing your support does not have to involve
some huge gesture. Just being there for someone who is
grieving-listening to them, holding their hand and letting
them cry or laugh as they reminisce - is all they may need to
help them go through the grieving process.
What To Say: If you live nearby, you will likely be attending
the wake service, funeral or both. It is at these moments,
when many are left wondering what to say to those who are
grieving? You do not have to be a poet, just speak from the
heart. Still looking for suggestions? Try the following:
I am truly sorry for your loss
I am not sure what to say, but I want you to know I care
You and your loved one will be in my prayers
Tell me what I can do for you

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What Not To Say: Try as we may, sometimes we say the
wrong thing or stick our proverbial foot in our mouth. Here
are some things to avoid saying:
At least he lived a long life, many people die young
Cheer up, he wouldn't want you to be sad
He's in a better place
There's a reason for everything
I know how you feel
Be strong
Convey A Message With Flowers: In addition to your
presence and kind words, flowers are a wonderful way to
express what is in your heart. Send an arrangement to the
wake, graveside ceremony or church. Also consider sending
flowers to the home of those grieving days or a couple of
weeks after all the services have ended to let them know you
are still thinking of them.

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SOLUTIONS
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