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What are last wishes?

Last wishes—also called final wishes—are personal requests about what you’d like to happen after your death. These can include your preferences for a funeral or memorial service, burial or cremation, and how you’d like to be remembered.


They’re often kept separate from your Will and can be written or shared verbally, though putting them in writing makes it much easier for loved ones and your executor to follow through.


GoodTrust also offers a Funeral Directive, which allows you to clearly document your end-of-life preferences and name someone to carry them out. It’s one of the most thoughtful ways to ease the burden on your family.

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