People often aren’t sure what should be included in a non-religious funeral or memorial service, but it’s actually pretty simple: focus on telling the life story of the person you are there to honor and remember. It’s helpful to have…
Zoom Memorial: Tips for Planning a Remote Service
While recent events have forced us all to consider how to re-envision traditional services in a world where gatherings are difficult or impossible, a pandemic isn’t the only reason you might consider a remote service. For example, perhaps the deceased…
Should people share stories at the service?
The two most powerful parts of any funeral or memorial service are the telling of the loved one’s life story . . . and the personal stories that those who cared for them share. Before my mother’s funeral, I interviewed…
How to Write An Obituary
It’s a difficult time, facing the loss of a loved one, but it’s also a crucial time to honor their memory. Figuring out how to honor them will be part of your grieving process. As difficult as it may be,…