When it comes to arranging a funeral for a loved one, there are several funeral options available to make the day memorable. We understand the importance of having a funeral service that is special, unique and tailored to your loved one. It’s the last chance for family and friends to remember and reminisce about the person who has passed. One option is a funeral service that takes place in a place of worship or a community center. This can then be followed by a burial or a cremation. Another option for a funeral is a cremation service. This takes place at a crematorium and the family can have a short service before the cremation. Another option is a graveside service.
This is a popular choice for families as it takes place at the burial plot so there is no movement needed between venues. It also can be a less costly option than having to hire venues. Even if you choose cremation for a loved one, a graveside service can take place where you plan to spread the ashes or bury the urn. But if you do choose to have a graveside service for your loved one, here are some ways you can still create a special graveside service so that it’s a memorable final celebration of your loved one’s life.
Personalize the casket
One of the most important tasks when arranging a funeral for a loved one is to choose their casket or urn. We understand the importance of making this decision and will support you during this process. When you are arranging a graveside service, you could make the casket or urn extra special by personalizing it with a name, a few words or even a picture of your loved one. It will help the casket to be more striking and special during the service. It’s possible to personalize the caskets we sell and you can also add a photo or a message to the urn which you choose for your loved one’s remains. A lot of our customers find it quite moving and poignant to add a special message or a beloved photo of the person who has passed.
Colorful flowers
A lot of people are now choosing to go brighter with the colors of the service. Whether they were a lively, fun character during their life or requested a celebration with c威而鋼 ertain colors, this could be incorporated in the flowers during the service. It will lift people’s spirits to see such beautiful flowers and it will remind people what a bright and wonderful person they were during their life. Colorful flowers will also help the graveside service to feel more special and memorable.
Personalize the music
It’s always a good idea to add music to a service for your loved one, but it doesn’t have to be the same traditional hymns and songs you have heard at other funerals. It can help you to show more of their personality by choosing some of their favorite artists and bands. It can help the guests attending the service reminisce about their loved one and bring back some memories. Personalizing the music is also good for ensuring the service feels like a celebration of the person who passed. And while you may want to include some somber songs, it’s also fine if you want to add some livelier tunes if they did have a preference for this for their funeral.
Write a poem or share a story
The family often find it meaningful and special to say something they have written during a service. It can make it more personal about the person that has died and can make the service more special by hearing some memorable moments about the loved one. It will make people smile, laugh and cry depending on what story you share. Others prefer to write a poem which is then read out at the service. This will be memorable for those attending and it’s a chance to express your feelings about your loved one.
Surround the casket with treasured items
Another way to make the graveside service memorable is to add some treasured items around the casket or urn. It ensures that people remember the person who passed, what they loved and who was special to them. Adding treasured items also means friends and family can add items that were important to the person who died. It’s a good talking point as those attending reminisce about special moments with their deceased friend or family member. These can be given to the family members after the service.
Create a memory board
You could also make the graveside service special by creating a memory board. This enables friends and family members to add special photos or even letters that tell a memory about the person who has died. Guests can then look at this before or after the service and it will bring a smile to their faces. It’s a great chance to look back and remember the loved one. This can then be taken on to the wake and will make a great feature to discuss special memories. The closest loved one could keep this to remember their loved one.
Have a vehicle procession
Another way to make the graveside service is to consider arranging a vehicle procession. If they had a particular interest in a specific car or bike, you could get these to create a procession for the service. Or you could arrange for guests to bring their own vehicles to create a memorable procession. It’s a lovely way to remember to mark the person’s passing and the graveside service.
Light some candles
Another way to make sure the graveside service is special is by lighting some candles. It creates a beautiful, calming setting that guests will really appreciate during the meaningful service. It will look stunning and is a lovely way to mark the service of the person who has passed. If the service is at dusk, candles are a really effective touch for the service.
