A life celebration starts with an invitation. It could be a special day or simply just any day. The guest list will depend on the family and the facilities that the family decides.
The service can be at a funeral home like ours, a church, a temple, a restaurant, or any other venue with the appliances to perform a grand celebration of life.
For us, it's all about the community and the details. After preparing the invitation, the hosts can request their guests' details to add to the celebration, like songs, food, photos, videos, or even funny or meaningful stories about the person they are honoring.
We can help you prepare a meaningful speech or guide you with our best commemorative suggestions. If your loved one did not leave any wish list for the after-funeral service, you could decide the best way to honor their memory. It could be one of the ways we recommend, or you can come up with any other idea, and we can coach you if needed.
It depends on what you want. The celebration can be right after the funeral service or weeks and months later. Most people prefer wearing light colors, but it is okay if you feel dark colors are more comfortable that day.
As for the size, remember that it could be as big as you want since there is usually no casket present, making it more affordable and easier to adjust to any budget. For some families, bringing the urn is a must, and for others, according to our experience, getting just incredible pictures and stories is more than enough to feel the presence of their loved ones.
Regardless of your preference or style, we know for sure that celebrating the life of a loved one is helpful for the healing and grieving process. Don't hesitate to contact us to talk more about it. We are here to listen and assist you every step of this journey.