Record, Compare, and Report Actual Funeral Costs
This Funeral Expense Tracker helps families record and compare the actual costs and income of a funeral against the budget prepared earlier. It provides full transparency and can also serve as a financial report to the family. Together with the Budget Planner, it gives a complete picture of funeral finances.
How It Works
(Sheets Overview)
Settings
Enter two key inputs:
- 1. Number of attendees
- 2. Budget level (A = modest, B = medium, C = higher-cost)
Expenses Actuals
Record what was really ordered or used:
- 1. Actual number of attendees/items
- 2. Actual unit price
- 3. Calculates totals & shows variance from budget
Income Actuals
Record sources of income (up to eight):
- 1. Insurance payout
- 2. Family contributions
- 3. Church support
- 4. Workplace donation
- 5. Ghana Memorial Donation Link
- 6. Nsawa donations & others
Summary
Brings everything together:
- 1. Compares budget vs. actual
- 2. Shows total income vs. cost
- 3. Displays final balance
- 4. Share clear reports with family
Purpose: While the Budget Planner gives estimated costs, this Funeral Expense Tracker records actual spending and income. Together, they ensure clarity, accountability, and a complete financial record.
Start NowWhy Use the Funeral Expense Tracker?
Transparency
Clear reporting of income and expenses.
Accountability
Track donations, contributions, and costs accurately.
Financial Clarity
Compare budgets with real spending to stay on course.
Shareable Reports
Provide your family with complete financial summaries.
Ensure accountability and transparency in funeral spending.
(Use together with the Budget Planner for the full financial planning and reporting toolkit.)