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  • Funeral Etiquette

    Also known as social graces, the rules of etiquette ease us through challenging social situations. Most of us know how to behave in common circumstances, but unless you've been to a lot of funerals you may not know the rules of proper behavior in this often uncomfortable social situation.

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  • Legal and Estate Guidance The death of a loved one can mean that you will need to find an attorney to help with the process of estate settlement. While it isn't necessary to have an attorney prepare an advance directive, it can be advantageous to have one prepare your will or any other estate-related documents.

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  • Eulogies and Obituaries

    Eulogies and obituaries may have traditional outlines, but their definition can be whatever you and your family wish for them to be. Explore this section of our website to learn more about how to write a eulogy and an obituary.

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  • FAQ

    Questions, questions, questions: we hear them all the time. It's only natural. Because life expectancies are longer and the personal experience of funeral services less frequent than it was 150 years ago, most people know less about funeral ceremonies than you might expect. If you're one of those inexperienced individuals, you'll be pleased to know we've put together this list of frequently-asked-questions just for you.

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Smith Family Mortuaries
1415 North Rock Rd • Derby, Kansas
316-788-2828
316-788-2829

Culbertson-Smith Mortuary
115 South Seneca • Wichita, Kansas
Phone 316-265-2646
Fax: 316-265-2669
Smith Mortuary - Haysville Chapel
7031 South Broadway • Haysville, Kansas
Phone: 316-522-7553
Fax: 316-788-2829
 
Smith Mortuary - Mulvane Chapel
501 SE Louis Blvd. • Mulvane, Kansas
Phone: 316-777-1632
Fax: 316-788-2829

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