One of the best ways to cope with grief is to remember and honor the deceased. While there are many ways to do so privately, you can also honor them publicly with a personalized funeral. Morris Funeral Home has assisted Wayne, WV, with funeral planning and burial services since 1932. Their experienced staff offers four tips to orchestrate a unique memorial tribute. 

4 Ways to Personalize Funeral Services 

1. Display Photos & Memories 

It can be difficult to find the words to describe someone you’ve lost. Fortunately, photos and memorabilia speak volumes. Make a memorial display with pictures, treasured objects, and other items that remind you of the deceased. For example, you might include photos of them at various stages of life, a military medal or uniform, their favorite book, or a painting of theirs. You could also put out a bowl of their favorite candy or treats for guests to take. As guests pass by, they’ll recall fond memories and stories of the deceased. 

2. Serve Favorite Food & Drinks

Sharing the deceased’s favorite foods and beverages is another way to add a personal touch. If you’re planning a large meal, consider serving a variety of your loved one’s favorite foods. Otherwise, you can set out plates of the deceased’s favorite desserts and appetizers, or glasses of their favorite drinks. 

3. Choose Music With Meaning 

Funeral music is typically somber, but it doesn’t have to be. You can use it as a chance to relive memories of the deceased through song. Consider making a playlist of their favorite songs, or those of significance to the two of you, like those played at your wedding or another special event. You might even ask musically-inclined guests to perform a live rendition of some of the departed’s best-loved tunes. 

4. Make Gifts for Guests 

Giving guests a small gift is a unique way to show your appreciation and give them a token of remembrance. It could be a pin, a rock with the deceased’s favorite quote, a ribbon, or bracelet. Another idea is to give guests a living plant or seed for them to plant in honor of the deceased. You can set these gifts on a table for guests to take as they pass by, or ask the funeral director to hand them out. 

Losing a loved one is never easy, but you don’t have to handle funeral planning alone. If you’re a Wayne County resident who needs assistance with funeral planning, cremation, or burial services, contact the compassionate staff of Morris Funeral Home. They’ll support you through every step of the process and help you create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind tribute. Call (304) 272-5171 to speak with a funeral director, and to learn more about the funeral planning process, visit the website.