Funeral Director Urges Life Insurance to Avoid Financial Burden

BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — Chris Gee, a funeral director at Lester Gee Funeral Home, is encouraging families to consider purchasing life insurance to ensure financial preparedness for when a loved one passes away. In light of rising costs associated with funerals, Gee’s advice comes as many families resort to crowdfunding tools like GoFundMe to cover unexpected expenses.

“It’s important to be prepared, and a simple life insurance policy will provide that security – but it must be purchased two years in advance,” Gee told News 12. “Many families try to buy life insurance when a loved one gets sick, and it doesn’t work that way. You have to plan ahead.”

Gee’s warning highlights a common trend where families face significant financial strain during an already challenging time, making pre-planning crucial. He noted that waiting until illness strikes can leave families in a precarious situation, leading to reliance on community support to cover funeral expenses.

“It’s always better to be prepared and not depend on raising money after a person passes away,” Gee stated. His insights come during a time when financial planning for funerals is more important than ever, given the increasing costs associated with burial and memorial services.