Planning a Service
Articles containing advice and resources for planning a funeral, memorial, or celebration of life service. Let others help you through this difficult time of grief with their experience and knowledge.
|
How to Protect Yourself from Funeral Insurance Scams
Web Submission The experience of planning the funeral for a deceased loved one is often the catalyst for planning your own funeral. There is no time when a family is more vulnerable. It often brings out predatory behavior in the form of funeral insurance scams. Submitted 05/19/10, edited 11/23/11. |
|
Cremation Issues to Talk About with Your Funeral Director
Web Submission Once you have decided on cremation, you will need to choose a cremation service provider. Here is a list of topics about cremation and cremation services that you may well wish to talk about with your funeral director when a loved one passes away. Submitted 05/04/10, edited 11/23/11. |
|
Three Reflections When Writing a Eulogy for your Mother
Web Submission We should tell the people we love how we feel as often as we can. Sometimes, we forget. Your eulogy is an excellent chance to not only say those words to your mother, but also to tell everyone that has gathered in her honor how you felt. Submitted 03/17/10, edited 11/23/11. |
|
Funeral Resources: How to Write a Funeral Resolution
Web Submission Some people confuse funeral resolutions and eulogies. While a eulogy is a speech celebrating the life of the deceased, a funeral resolution is an official church document that will be stored in the church archives and must follow a specific format. Submitted 11/05/09, edited 11/23/11. |
|
How Do You Write a Eulogy? Follow This Step-by-Step Guide
Web Submission You have been asked to write and give a eulogy at a loved one's funeral, but need some guidance as to what to say. This article provides easy-to-follow advice in a step-by-step format that will keep you on the right track. Submitted 10/30/09, edited 11/23/11. |
|
Planning a Service: Choosing the Best Music for a Funeral
Web Submission This article explains how to choose songs for a memorial service, celebration of life, or funeral. It lists several favorite pieces from many types of music. With these tips, you can bring peace and comfort to everyone in attendance. Submitted 10/18/09, edited 11/23/11. |
|
Tips for How to Give a Eulogy Speech at a Funeral
Web Submission Whether you will be speaking at a large funeral in a church or a small memorial service in an intimate setting, with a few tips, you should easily be able to give a good speech without being too nervous. This article explains how to prepare a eulogy. Submitted 10/03/09, edited 11/23/11. |
|
How to Make Planning a Future Memorial Service Simple
Web Submission Finding out the answers to a few questions will make a parent's memorial service more meaningful for both you and your parent. This article discusses seven things you should ask your parents to make planning a future memorial service simple. Submitted 09/27/09, edited 11/23/11. |
|
Eulogy Examples Can Help You to Write an Outstanding Eulogy
Web Submission You must present the eulogy at the memorial service of a loved one. Unfortunately, you have never done it before and if you are like most who have found themselves in your same situation, a few good eulogy examples would help you to prepare. Submitted 09/11/09, edited 11/23/11. |
|
Five Basic Tips for Using Live Music in a Memorial Service
Web Submission Using live music for a "Celebration of Life" makes everyone feel like they have had a special treat. If this is not a viable option, harp music has many physical benefits if played over a decent sound system. Submitted 09/01/09, edited 11/23/11. |
|
Funeral Planning: What You Need to Know about Funeral Costs
Web Submission When someone passes away, it is a hard time for loved ones. While preparing someone's funeral you should take into consideration the costs. Unless funeral costs are taken care of, they can lead to serious financial difficulties. Submitted 08/18/09, edited 11/23/11. |
|
How to Select a Fitting Funeral Reading for Funeral Tributes
Web Submission Choosing the best funeral readings for funeral tributes is a very important part of the funeral planning process. They help make your loved one's funeral more special and memorable. This article presents a few ideas for thoughtful readings. Submitted 08/14/09, edited 11/23/11. |
|
Several Tips for Planning a Dignified Funeral Service
Web Submission If you find yourself in the position of needing to plan a funeral service, there are a few rules to which you should adhere. There are many aspects to organizing a funeral, and it is important to plan as efficiently as possible. Here are some tips. Submitted 08/04/09, edited 11/23/11. |
|
Several Tips: How to Pick Music to Be Played for a Funeral
Web Submission Picking out the music to be played for a funeral can be a very difficult task. It should touch the hearts of those attending the funeral, in hopes that it will help them leave with special memories of the loved one that has gone. Here are some tips. Submitted 07/26/09, edited 11/23/11. |
|
A Few Tips for Buying a Funeral Casket when You Are Grieving
Web Submission One aspect of planning a funeral or ceremony that should not cause you stress is deciding on the type of casket or burial vessel for your loved one. Shopping for caskets is not an easy task. This article provides a few helpful tips. Submitted 07/24/09, edited 11/23/11. |
|
Suitable Attire - Black Neckties and Proper Funeral Clothes
Web Submission The traditional color for funeral wear is black. Depending on your relationship to the deceased, there are acceptable options today. Many believe that color is a part of the celebration of life, even amongst the dead. Here are some guidelines. Submitted 07/09/09, edited 11/23/11. |
|
How do I Write an Obituary? Here is the Complete Answer!
Web Submission Writing the obituary for a loved one can be a daunting as well as a therapeutic and welcomed task. This is your opportunity to show your loved one in the best possible light and to include information about the deceased that may not be widely known. Submitted 03/17/09, edited 07/09/09. |
|
Newspaper Obituaries, Death Notices, and Funeral Obituaries
Web Submission There are subtle differences between newspaper obituaries, death notices, and funeral obituaries. Knowing what to write for each can save you money, time, and frustration. This article describes how to accomplish the task before you. Submitted 02/18/09, edited 07/09/09. |
|
How to Avoid Pitfalls when Writing Obituaries
Web Submission Sometimes you can make mistakes with an obituary that pull the focus away from the celebration of life and announcement of death. Also, if you've never written an obituary before, you might not fully understand what you need to write about. Submitted 02/10/09, edited 07/09/09. |
|
How to Avoid Identify Theft from Obituaries
Web Submission Identity theft even applies to the dead. Write your obituaries with identity theft in mind, because the deceased's identity is an irresistible target for thieves. This article provides tips that you can follow to avoid obituary identity theft. Submitted 02/06/09, edited 07/09/09. |
Actions
Category Stats
Links: 59
Last article added: 04/19/12
Last article added: 04/19/12