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Funeral planning can be overwhelming for grieving family members, which is why it’s important to find ways to ensure a departed loved one’s spirit continues to live on and their memory is cherished. Oak Grove Cemetery of La Crosse, WI, offers the most beautiful resting place in the state for deceased loved ones, with 80 landscaped acres of lush lawns. Here, they draw on their more than 160 years of experience to discuss meaningful ways to honor the dearly departed.

Here are five ways to honor your loved one’s memory:

  • Prepare Their Favorite Dish: Did you and your loved one share a fondness for a certain dish? Celebrate their life by preparing their favorite food, and serve it during the gathering.

  • Make a Special Ornament: Remember your loved one with a special ornament placed somewhere in your home. It could be a throw pillow, a plaque engraved with their favorite quote, a custom photo ornament, or any other personalized trinkets you can think of.

  • Donate to a Charity in Their Name: Did your loved one have a soft spot for children, the elderly, or animals? You can always volunteer your time or donate to an organization they felt passionate about. It will help you feel more connected to them and help others in need as well.

  • Visit Their Grave Site: This is a traditional way of honoring a loved one’s memory. Many people visit the cemetery or their loved one’s place of worship.  You can also drop by a special place they loved to visit.

  • funeral planningPlant a Shrub or a Tree: You can also honor a loved one’s memory by planting a tree in their honor.  As it grows, it will remind you that while the person you love is gone, they will always live on in your memory.

Grieving the death of a loved one is difficult, but with the support of the professionals at tranquil Oak Grove Cemetery, you can find comfort knowing their final resting place ensures their spirit lives on. To learn more about the features of La Crosse’s most beautiful resting place, call them at (608) 782-6956 or visit their website for more information.

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