Planning a memorial service can be overwhelming, but there are ways to highlight the life of your loved on who has passed in unique ways that fit their personality. More and more people are turning away from traditional funeral services and finding creative ways to honor those who have passed away. Below are a few innovative ways to celebrate their life. 

3 Ideas for Planning Memorable Funeral Services That Honor Your Loved One

1. Donations to Charity 

Instead of accepting gifts or paying for flowers, one very special way to honor their life is through donations to a charity, nonprofit, or fund that they were passionate about. For educators, scholarships can be a touching way to continue their life’s work after they’ve past. For animal lovers, families and friends may choose to donate to a local shelter.

2. Choose a Theme

Consider your loved one’s hobbies and interests. If they were passionate about a sports team or watched a favorite movie often, consider crafting a theme surrounding it. Whether it is using team colors in the floral arrangements or playing the music from their favorite scene, incorporating your loved one’s interests is a lovely way to pay tribute to who they were. Guests will recognize their passion, and it can be comforting to see familiar aspects of your loved one while paying respects.

3. Group Activities & Symbolic Gestures

If your loved one was close to many people, it can be a good idea to encourage group participation with an activity. This way, everyone can pay their respects and send off their spirit together. Some may have guests write notes of grief, gratitude, or love on a picture frame or stone. Others feel that their loved one is best honored by releasing balloons, doves, or butterflies. Whichever you choose, you will honor your loved one’s life and legacy in a beautiful way.

If you need advice for planning a memorial or funeral service, the professionals at Silver Creek Mortuary can help. Located in Gallup, NM, they’ve served all over their area within a 200-mile radius, and their wonderful staff will help you incorporate personal touches to honor your loved one. To learn more, visit their website or call (505) 371-3690.