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Cremations are a widely used end-of-life option whereby intense heat is used in a specially-designed chamber, to transform the remains of a person who has passed away into ashes. The ashes are moved into a container that, if a family wishes, can be chosen by them so they can take them home, scatter them in a special location or place them in a columbarium.
If a family chooses to do so, a cremation can be turned into a memorial service. This is where mourners will assemble at the place of service, and patiently wait for the hearse to arrive. The coffin is brought into the venue, and all mourners will take a seat in the chapel. There is typically a service that lasts approximately 30 to 40 minutes, which includes hymns, eulogies, prayers, and/or poems. The cremation process will then take place. Mourners are provided with time in the end to pay their respects, and then it is time to move on to the wake.
Cremations are often chosen because they are simple, cost-effective, and are more personal.
WHAT DECOR TO HAVE AT A MEMORIAL SERVICE?
There are many different decor ideas that you can choose from at the memorial service to honor your friend or loved one. It can be completely personalized with a customized display to exhibit creativity and create an immersive experience for the guests, along with photo tributes with memory boards and photo books. Some people choose to gather different items and create a story table or decorate the room with bright colored flowers and tributes while others like to utilize technology and create a slideshow to present.
The decor can be unique to you, to create a beautiful memorial service that celebrates your friend or loved one.
TIPS FOR WRITING AND GIVING A EULOGY
A eulogy is usually given at the memorial service. Writing and giving a eulogy can feel like a daunting process. To get started, you should first consider the tone of the eulogy. This will entirely depend on the person it is honoring, and the theme of the memorial service. Some choose to have something serious, whereas others would prefer something light-hearted with a little humor embedded into it. Regardless, it should be meaningful and respectful. Always start by introducing yourself, then move onto key points about your friend or loved one such as their memories, achievements, and passions, along with memories and stories from their lives to capture the person and honor them.
WHAT SHOULD YOU PRESENT DURING THE MEMORIAL SERVICE?
What you present at a memorial service will depend on the theme and the activities that will take place. At a typical memorial service, you will usually see things like flowers, sympathy cards, food, drinks, photos, a story or memory card of the deceased, a charity donation, or a guest book.
Cremations are a lovely way to honor a friend or loved one. Once the service has completed and the urn has been retrieved, you can choose to scatter the ashes in a special location, place them on your mantel at home, or honor them by placing them on a columbarium. For more information on columbarium and niches for sale, contact the team at Everest Columbarium.