Sample Burial Instructions

Dear Michael:

As my trusted friend, I am giving to you instructions for the treatment of my body and for my funeral after I die.

First of all, I want you and only you to make all the decisions regarding these matters. I have designated __________ as my agent under a Durable Power of Attorney for Health. They have the authority to take my body upon my death.

What I want done is that I want my body cremated and the ashes strewn at sea at sunrise. I want you to invite my close friends and family except for __________ to gather before hand for a brief ceremony. I have written out a short statement that I would like you to read to them.

Thank you for taking care of this for me.

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