Memorial Services
Even after the funeral has concluded, it’s essential to continue honoring your loved one’s life. That’s why our funeral home offers personalized memorial services to help keep their memory alive.
What is a Memorial Service?
Memorial services provide family and friends with an opportunity to honor their loved one's memory and support each other as they continue their grief journeys. Unlike funerals or celebrations of life, memorial services take place after the funeral and often coincide with significant dates such as a loved one's birthday, the anniversary of their passing, or holidays like Valentine’s Day.
Memorial services can be held at a funeral home, church, or a meaningful location like a gravesite, memorial, or even a favorite spot of the deceased. It’s a time to share memories, reflect on your loss, and reconnect with loved ones. Even after a funeral or celebration of life, memorial services offer a chance to gather at any point in your grief journey to continue honoring their life.
Memorial Service Ideas
Here are some creative ways to personalize a memorial service:
- Encourage family and friends to share memories of their loved one, either by speaking to the group or gathering in smaller circles to exchange stories.
- Select readings, prayers, or other materials that remind you of your loved one and reflect their personality.
- Serve your loved one’s favorite food or signature dishes—hosting a potluck can involve everyone in the celebration.
- Create a DIY memento together, like a scrapbook or a personalized photo frame, to honor their memory.
- Play your loved one’s favorite music or songs that remind you of them. You might even hire a local musician to perform some of their favorite tunes.
