I’m currently out of work and am wondering if there is a demand for a full time pallbearer? Many funerals I’ve attended have not had enough pallbearers and usually end up using a guy or two from the funeral home to assist. I’ve also noticed this looking at other funerals taking place at the same time.
So basically, I would offer my services as a self-employed pallbearer for a slight fee. I’m up early everyday, have a simple black suit and am able to mingle with the funeral attendees. Thank them for coming, and express my condolences to the family, friends and loved ones of the deceased. I can probably work 3 to 4 funerals depending on the times and locations. Do I contact the families of the deceased, the funeral home or put an ad in the paper?
2007-02-01 11:02:16 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
You're kidding - right?
2007-02-01 11:09:53 · answer #1 · answered by Aunt Bee 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you should contact a few funeral homes about this. I don't think it would be a full-time job, but more of an occasional deal. My friend's dad has a funeral home and they have a bunch of older guys who do various things to help with funerals and wakes, like set out the chairs, load the flower car, act as ushers, as well as serve as pallbearers. It might be take a while to get one of these jobs because funeral homes are the sort of business that don't hire a lot of strangers off the street. Good luck!
2007-02-01 21:10:21 · answer #2 · answered by njyogibear 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What a great idea. There are many people who would want to pay a bit extra to have a few well dressed and well spoken people to provide this service.
I ould think bigger and establish a company that does this. People hire bodyguards, security, doormen, etc. for a certain look. Many companies hire in this regard for people who have social skills as well.
Getting it started? As I understand it the funeral home thing is a family thing. Ithink you have a great idea but I would think to do some research and not post it in answers as it seems to be a niche that has been neglected which is the road to sucess.
My point is be more business minded as you may have something.
2007-02-01 19:43:58 · answer #3 · answered by jackson 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
10 points for creativity!
2007-02-01 19:10:17 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋