With all of the responsibilities that come with planning a funeral, the weather can also be a factor—especially during the frigid winter season. By making a few adjustments, an unpredictable climate doesn’t have to be a nuisance. Since the 1860s, the team of professional and compassionate funeral home directors at Middendorf Funeral Home has helped families throughout Northern Kentucky arrange memorable ceremonies while making accommodations for fickle weather.

If you’re planning a funeral during the winter, consider the following tips from your local funeral home:

• Omit the Cemetery Service: Icy roads can make the drive to the cemetery risky for attendees. Keep everyone safe by eliminating the cemetery service and choosing an indoor memorial service instead.
• Plan an Indoor Service: Depending on the number of guests, reserve a hall or room in the funeral home for a reception. Create a display of photos and other mementos cherished by the deceased. Have family and friends share spiritual verses and poetry.
• Wear White: While black or dark shades are the traditional colors worn at funerals, consider encouraging attendees to wear white or bright colors to offset the sometimes dreary winter weather.
• Offer Seasonal Tokens: Give guests memorable keepsakes that tie to the winter season and were loved by the deceased. For instance, offer scented candles, a favorite cider recipe, or even mittens if the person was known to be a knitting aficionado.
• Switch Up the Flowers: Instead of carnations, daisies and other warm-weather flowers, decorate the gathering spaces with sturdier winter arrangements such as Boston ferns and evergreens. For alternative ideas, ask your funeral home director.

Whether you’re planning a funeral during winter or need guidance on selecting the most appropriate service, Middendorf Funeral Home will help take some of the emotional weight of the experience off your shoulders. With an attentive ear and eye for the smallest detail, the staff of funeral home directors are committed to carrying out your preferred wishes.

Should you need assistance with planning a service to remember a loved one, call Middendorf Funeral Home at (859) 341-7800 for a consultation. Visit the website for extensive information on funeral and memorial service options.