5 Unique Ways To Customize A Memorial
Posted on: 13 May 2016
When a loved one passes, you want to do everything you can to honor and cherish their memory. The first place to start is their memorial. There are many small details and touches you can customize to best celebrate how much they meant. Here are five ways you can customize your loved one's memorial:
1. Obituary programs
Obituary programs are just like other funeral programs. With an obituary program, you can choose a photo of your loved one and write their obituary. These programs are distributed to all the guests at the memorial. You can also include your loved one's favorite quote or poem, or a special memory you have.
2. Displays
Surround guests with things that demonstrate who your loved one was. Why not forgo the traditional flower arrangements and choose something more meaningful? Here are some ideas:
- Artwork by your loved one's favorite artist
- If your relative was a movie buff, display the posters of their favorite movies
- Photographs taken by your loved one
- Sheet music, if he or she was a musician
- Places your loved one traveled
3. Location
Did your family member have a favorite place or vacation spot? Ask the funeral or memorial director if the services can be held there. Not only will paying tribute to your loved one feel more special, but you can set up the place. You can choose the chairs and seating arrangement, where decorations go, and where your loved one's remains will be displayed.
4. Choose a guest speaker
Ask other family members or friends to speak at the memorial service. If the deceased was a member of a club or organization, have a member of that club speak at the service. If your loved one went to church functions and had a favorite pastor, ask him or her if they would make a speech. You can truly honor your loved one with a sermon delivered by a pastor they respected.
5. Choose a nontraditional guestbook
Rather than have the traditional guestbook on the podium, choose something more meaningful. There are many alternatives to the standard guestbook. Here are some ideas:
- A large blank poster that guests can write or draw on that can be framed and hung.
- Display tables where guests can leave an object or photo that represents the deceased.
- A book where guests can write their favorite memory of the deceased. These memories can be shared during the service.
These are five ways you can customize your loved one's memorial service. For information or help, contact a company such as Honor You Memorial Products.
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