What you should do before you pass away
Who to call and what to do when a loved one dies
Things you need to do after the funeral and burial
Appendices. Essential information ; Personal wishes for funeral and burial services ; Burial and memorial benefits for military veterans, dependents, and survivors ; Last will and testament template ; Advance directive ; Do-not-resuscitate order ; Durable power of attorney Medical power of attorney ; Obituaries: samples and templates ; Veterans Administration benefits for survivors ; How to replace lost military separation documents ; Important contacts you may need ; Checklists for pre-planning, survivors and executors