How to Plan a Celebration of Life After a Cremation
It’s customary to arrange a celebration of life service in honor of a loved one after their cremation service at a Plymouth, MI funeral home. The good thing about such an event is that there doesn’t have to be a rigid structure. Yes, you’ll want a celebration of life event to flow smoothly. But you’ll have ample flexibility to be creative and to personalize the occasion.
Here’s a look at some things to consider as you arrange a celebration of life for a loved one.
1. Choose Location
You’ll want to choose the location for such an event. With the lockdown measures in place, you’ll have to limit the size of any gathering. In fact, it might be best to limit gatherings to people in your own household. If you hold an event in a church or chapel, ask the funeral director about how many people will be able to attend.
2. Determine Budget
It’s also important to be mindful of the budget for the celebration of life service. You don’t have to spend a lot to have a meaningful celebration of life event that honors the deceased. You can cut costs by delegating different tasks to different people.
3. Create Guest List
You’ll also want to come up with a list of guests. Again, the lockdown measures and the social distancing guidelines are such that you won’t be able to have a large event no matter where you hold it. So you’ll have to be selective about who you invite. There is also the option of live streaming the celebration of life event so that others can take part online.
4. Readings
Assign someone to read the eulogy. While you’re at it, you can assign people to share anecdotes about the deceased. They can talk about what made them special and about the impact they had on those around them. Remember that the event is intended to be a celebration of life – so the mood should be more festive than it is somber. Focus on the happy times and on how the deceased had lived a life of love and integrity.
5. Program
You’ll want to create a program that details what will happen at the event. The program can be handed out to people who attend.
6. Reception
Another option is to plan with a funeral home. Some funeral homes allow for the pairing of a cremation service with a memorial service or a celebration of life service. We actually offer this option, so we can help you plan the cremation and the celebration of life event.
If you’re looking for a provider of cremation services in Plymouth, MI, we’re here for you. We specialize in helping people with their funeral and cremation planning. Our caring staff members are experienced professionals who are committed to helping the families and individuals who need help planning funerals or cremations. Get in touch by phone or visit us in person for the assistance you need.
