Losing a family friend or loved one can be incredibly challenging, especially if you know someone is having a particularly difficult time. You may be tempted to bring a gift along with you to the service to give to your grieving friend or family member. Here is a little more information about funeral gifts and what you should consider before attending the memorial service. 

What Types of Items Make Appropriate Funeral Gifts?

The best funeral gifts show a deep level of consideration for the people who are most impacted by the death. For this reason, framed photographs, floral arrangements, and even financial donations to the deceased individual’s favorite causes are appropriate as gifts for funerals. If the person paying for the funeral is struggling with expenses, they might even set up a fund where you can donate to cover the cost of the burial or cremation. 

What Should You Consider Before Giving the Gift?  

Before shopping for a gift, consider the feelings of the person who will be receiving the item. If the person doesn’t necessarily like receiving gifts for other special occasions, offering one at a funeral of their friend or loved one may not be the right move. Additionally, avoid giving large, lavish, or showy gifts to a person who is grieving, as the gesture may be embarrassing to them. Instead, focus on selecting small, meaningful gifts to show your love or giving them the large gift in private after the funeral services have passed. 

Attending and planning funerals can be stressful, so let a team of professionals make the situation easier for you and your family. At Frederick Funeral Home in Cincinnati, OH, their experienced funeral directors can help with everything from arranging the perfect memorial service to aftercare support. Visit their website to learn more about their planning options, or call (513) 522-3700 to speak with a funeral director today.