Arranging a funeral can be a difficult and emotional task, but there are a few steps you can follow to help make the process easier: 1. Contact a funeral home: The first step in arranging a funeral is to contact a funeral home to handle the details of the service. Funeral homes can help with everything from transport of the deceased to organizing the ceremony. 2. Decide on the type of service: You will need to decide on the type of funeral service you would like to have, whether it be a traditional funeral, cremation, or a memorial service.