Planning Ahead

Ready to make your plan?

Schedule your meeting with a Pre-planning Specialist.

You can reach out to Annie Saukko our Preplanning Specialist for a no-pressure chat about how to arrange and fund the plans that are right for you and your family.


You can schedule by calling 651-774-9797, emailing annie@muellermemorial.com, or the quickest way is to use the PreNeed Appointment calendar right on this page.


Annie can meet you at our locations in White Bear Lake or in St. Paul, whichever is most convenient for you. And meetings at other locations or online can be arranged by special request.


Join Our Preplanning Event March 25th...

Dinner & Discover

Wednesday
Mar. 25th 5:30PM
in White Bear Lake

at Mueller Memorial - White Bear Lake

4738 Bald Eagle Ave.

White Bear Lake, MN 55110

Join Annie Saukko for a brief presentation about the benefits of pre-planning followed by a delicious meal from Donatelli's and Q&A. It’s free to attend but registration is required. Sign up by calling 651-299-5654 or click below...

Sign Up for White Bear Here

Dinner & Discovery

Wednesday
Mar. 25th 5:30PM
in White Bear Lake

at Mueller Memorial - White Bear Lake

4738 Bald Eagle Ave.

White Bear Lake, MN 55110

Join Annie Saukko for a brief presentation about the benefits of end-of life pre-planning followed by a delicious meal from Donatelli's and Q&A. It’s free to attend but registration is required. Sign up by calling 651-299-5654 or click below...

Sign Up for White Bear Here

Why Should I Plan Ahead?

Planning ahead can be a challenging topic to tackle, but taking the time to make your funeral arrangements in advance can bring peace of mind—not just for you, but for your family as well. It ensures your wishes are honored and relieves your friends and family of the added stress of making a lot of decisions during a time of grief.


At Mueller Memorial Funerals and Cremation, our pre-planning specialist, Annie Saukko is here to guide you through the pre-planning process, helping you make thoughtful choices ahead of time.


By planning now, you can ease the burden on your family and, when the time comes, allow them the space to focus on remembrance and healing.


To Get Started

Reach out to Annie Saukko our preplanning specialist for a no-pressure chat about arranging the plans that are right for you and your family.

651-774-9797 or email her at annie@muellermemorial.com

Schedule a Preplanning Appointment

Benefits of Preplanning

Planning Ahead Lets Your Wishes Be Known

The death of a loved one often brings about unwarranted stress and turmoil among families. One family member wants one thing, while another family member wants something different. By planning ahead, you help prevent those disagreements by letting your family know what your wishes are and how you want your funeral service to be carried out and your business handled.

Planning Ahead Offers Peace of Mind

Our staff guarantees we will carry out the arrangements you want, just as you directed. Once the plans have been arranged, you and your family can rest easy knowing at the time of death, those uncomfortable decisions have been made. In a time when a family should be able to easily grieve, preplanning allows for that to happen.

Planning Ahead Offers Reliable Funding

Making your wishes known is a great first step, but funding your plan ensures that those wishes will be carried out. In Minnesota, your funds are kept safely in an interest bearing insurance policy, and the beneficiary is "Any Funeral Home as Their Interest May Appear". Which means if you move away, if you change funeral providers, if our building burns down (hopefully not), your funds are safe and fully transferrable to any funeral home.

Planning Ahead Relieves The Burden From Family

Losing someone you love comes with a lot of decisions—more than 150 in just the first day or two. Navigating those choices while grieving can be stressful. By planning your final wishes in advance, you lift that burden from your family, giving them clarity and reassurance instead of uncertainty. When those details are already in place, your loved ones can focus on what truly matters—supporting one another and beginning the healing process.

Common Questions about Preplanning

  • What steps are involved in preparranging a funeral?

    Start by considering what your wishes are. Think about which of the five disposition types are meaningful for you; customary burial, green burial, flame cremation, water cremation, or natural organic reduction. Write down your ideas for the service you would like, cemetery choice, etc. If you've made those choices, or even if you're unsure, schedule a time to meet with Annie Saukko, our preplanning specialist, who can explain all your options.

  • What information do I need to prearrange a funeral?

    You'll need basic information about yourself or the person you are planning for, such as date of birth, social security number, marital status, parent's full names and their place of birth, etc. Besides the biological information, you'll need to choose your end of life service between customary burial, green burial, flame cremation, water cremation, or natural organic reduction. Also what type of memorial service or celebration you'd like, what cemetery to use, etc. Our team will help you to know what questions need answering.

  • Do I have to pay in advance?

    Preplanning is simply a way to ensure your wishes are known, but many families also choose to pre-fund their funeral arrangements. This not only lifts the financial burden from your loved ones but also provides you with peace of mind, knowing everything is taken care of ahead of time.

  • Can I transfer my plans to or from another funeral home?

    If you’ve already made arrangements with another funeral home but wish to transfer them to us, we’re here to help make that process seamless, just give us a call or send an email to get started. Likewise, if you relocate and need to move your plans to a different funeral home, we’ll assist you in ensuring everything is transferred smoothly.