Losing a loved one is one of life’s most devastating experiences. While planning a funeral may be the last task you want to deal with, taking an active role can ensure that the ceremony properly honors the memory of the deceased. Below, the caring staff at E.C. Nurre Funeral Home in Amelia, OH, are here to discuss a few tips to help make the funeral services more meaningful.

3 Tips for Personalizing a Loved One’s Funeral

1. Create a Memorial Display

Ask family members and friends to bring photos or possessions that represent the life of the deceased. This can include memorabilia such as trophies, certificates, or tickets of trips taken together. Make a collage with the photos to display at their memorial service. 

2. Ask for Personal Tributes

It can be difficult for friends and family members to speak during their time of grief, but telling stories is one of the best ways to honor the memory of the deceased. Encourage others to share one or two stories that shine a light on their loved one, whether it’s a personal memory or a story they heard from others.  

3. Make a Playlist of Your Loved One’s Favorite Music

When choosing the music for the funeral, make it personal to your loved one. It can be a playlist of songs that correspond with milestones in their life, such as their wedding song or their own performances. You can also choose songs by artists that they loved.

Don’t be afraid to ask for help during this emotionally difficult time. The caring funeral directors at E.C. Nurre Funeral Home in Amelia, OH, are here to assist with you every step of the funeral planning process so you can grieve properly. Whether you choose a traditional memorial or a cremation, they have a wide range of services to best suit your loved one’s last wishes. Contact a staff member today at (513) 753-6130 to learn about how they can help or visit the website for more information.