Celebration of Life Memorials
A memorial service is an important and necessary experience for grieving and healing.
But that doesn't mean that it has to be a solemn affair. In fact, quite the opposite!
A Celebration of Life memorial service is ceremony that embraces the special moments, accomplishments, interests, hobbies and the many unique aspects of a life well lived.
Families who choose a Celebration of Life service can include a wide range of special activities that would not be a part of a traditional memorial service.
Rather than a solemn experience, a Celebration of Life connects family, friends and acquaintences in a joyful event that creates bonds for the mourners, while allowing for the necessary grieving and healing to take place.
What can you include in a Celebration of Life service? There are few limits. But what you must know that whether you are planning your own arrangements, or for a loved one, what you choose is up to YOU.
Use Your Imagination
There are no specific rules on what a Celebration of Life service should be.
While there are many ways to celebrate the life of someone you loved, you may find some of the ideas below to be a good fit for you, or that inspire another idea of your own.
Don't leave it to chance.
There is literally no limit to the ideas, activities or special moments that you can create with a Celebration of Life service.
The opportunity to provide this experience for family and loved ones may be missed if these desires are not planned or, at a minimum, shared with family.
How can you confirm your desires for your memorial service? Will family members know if you want a more traditional service, or a Celebration of Life?
If you have important photos, memories or experiences that you want to be included in your memorial, how can you ensure that these important wishes are not lost? Family members must make multiple decisions following the loss of loved one, while also dealing with grief at their loss.
It's not only something that you can control by stating your desires, but it's also a tremendous act of love to family to relieve them of some of the big decisions they are faced with upon your planning.
The solution is simple: Create a plan.
Three Easy Ways to Plan
Creating a plan is relatively easy. A plan could be as simple as documenting your wished for family members, or a fully funded and paid for plan that covers everything to be included and does not leave expenses with grieving family members.
However complete you want your plan to be, here are three easy ways to begin:
1. Use our Free Pre-Planning Guide
A free 45 page guide and planning tool that explains all the important decisions and choices, while providing a place for you to document your wishes and collect essential information.
This 45 page guide covers all the essential questions and includes forms for you to collect important information for family members. To include:
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Types of Memorial Services
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Key Facts about Cremation and Burial
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Understanding Markers & Monuments
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Payment and Pre-Payment Options
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Vital Information Worksheet
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Memorial Service Preferences Worksheet
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Understanding Probate and Legal Issues
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Cemetery Options
2. Create Your Plan Online
If you are ready to start formalizing your wishes and want to ensure that all the essential information that will be necessary is securely documented, you can begin the process by using our online planning tool from the comfort of your own home right now.
3. Work With a Professional
If you prefer to work directly with a licensed, professional Family Service Representative who can assist you with answering questions about memorial services, cemeteries, costs, and how to collect information, call or send an email and we'll be honored to serve you.
