DIY Funeral Planner Workbook (Digital Download) – What To Do When Someone Dies (Step-by-Step Guide)

A practical step-by-step guide to help you organize a funeral, manage essential tasks, and navigate the first days after a death — even if you don’t know where to start.

When Someone Dies Unexpectedly, It’s Hard to Know What to Do Next

In the first hours and days after someone dies, families are often overwhelmed with decisions, paperwork, and emotions. Many people don’t know where to start, especially if they don’t have a funeral director or the funds for one.

The DIY Funeral Planner Workbook provides a clear, step-by-step guide to help you navigate the process calmly and confidently.

This workbook walks you through everything from the moment someone dies to the weeks after the funeral, with practical checklists, worksheets, and simple instructions designed to reduce stress during an incredibly difficult time.

What This Workbook Helps You Do

✔ Know what to do immediately after someone dies
✔ Understand which tasks are urgent and which can wait
✔ Plan a meaningful funeral or memorial service
✔ Write an obituary or death notice
✔ Notify family, friends, and organizations
✔ Manage financial and legal responsibilities
✔ Keep track of important documents and contacts

What’s Included

The workbook includes practical sections such as:

• Immediate Steps After Death Checklist

• First 24 Hours Planning Guide

• Funeral and Memorial Service Planner

• Burial or Cremation Decision Guide

• Obituary Writing Template

• Notification Tracker for Family and Friends

• Funeral Budget Planner

• Administrative Tasks Checklist

• Financial and Legal Matters Breakdown

• Grief and Support Resources

Each section includes simple checklists and worksheets so you can focus on one step at a time.

Format

• Digital Download
• Printable Workbook
• Step-by-Step Checklists
• Fillable Planning Worksheets

You can print the workbook or complete it digitally.