When a loved one passes away, we want to ensure their funeral service honors them and celebrates their life, so family and friends can remember them fondly. There are many ways to memorialize a deceased friend or family member beyond the conventional arrangements. S. E. Thomas Funeral & Cremation Services in Thomasville, NC, lists five ways to customize services.

How Can You Personalize Funeral Services

Favorite Items

One of the simplest ways to add a personal touch to a funeral is with special items or memorabilia. If they loved sports and had a special piece of equipment, you can display it near their urn or casket. If they were artists or crafters, something they designed could be added to the decor. For writers or poets, include an example of their work in eulogies, cards, decorations, or even their obituary.

Photos & Videos

Photo displays of your loved ones are a great way to remember them through the years. It allows guests to reminisce about events and share their favorite stories. Video montages or special videos made for the occasion also give family and friends a way to share their happiest moments of their loved one. 

Keepsakes

Engraved keepsakes can be handed out during the funeral. They can be in the form of anything special to the deceased. If they were religious, choose a symbol from their faith, or, if they liked to garden, give a packet of seeds. You can even incorporate images of their hobbies, such as sports, music, and art, as well as their favorite colors or patterns into charms, cards, or candles.

Special Foods

Some families will serve the loved one’s favorite foods during the wake. Another way to celebrate those who have moved on is to share a meal consisting of their signature dishes. If the loved one was a baker or chef, you can even use their recipes to make the tribute more personal and then give the recipe as a keepsake to visitors.

Personalized Caskets & Urns

There are many options nowadays for personalized caskets and urns. Merchandise can be embroidered or engraved with names, special quotes, or even images of things they loved in life. Choose colors or designs that represent the deceased. Some people even have specially crafted urns in the shape of sports equipment or other hobbies.

When you need personalized, compassionate funeral services for a loved one, trust S. E. Thomas Funeral & Cremation Services. Their professional staff offers funeral arrangements and cremation services to grieving families and friends, giving them the care and understanding they need during a difficult time. They also have an advanced funeral planning option through trusts and life insurance. To speak with a caring director, call (336) 475-1945 or visit them online.