If you work a hectic job or have kids to take care of, you might not be able to make a last-minute road trip or catch a flight to attend a memorial service out of town. Luckily, there are ways you can show your love for the grieving friends or family members from afar. If you can’t make it to the funeral, use the following suggestions to demonstrate your support despite the distance. 

How to Show Your Support From Afar

1. Send Flowers

Sending sympathy flowers to the family will show your condolences for the loss. Seeing the vibrant colors and smelling the pleasant floral aroma can evoke a calming response, providing comfort in troubling times.

White flowers show humility and are often used to create sympathy arrangements. You can also send a basket of nonperishable snacks, as grief can often make it challenging to cook or eat. If you don’t want to send flowers to the house, you can send a funeral spray to display at the memorial service instead. 

2. Schedule a Video Chat

If you can’t be there to give your mourning loved one a physical hug, schedule a face-to-face chat to show your support. The video call doesn’t have to be long; just take a few minutes to express your sympathies and ask if there’s anything you can do for them.

3. Make a Donation

You can help others by making a charitable donation in the deceased’s name. Ask the surviving family if there was a specific cause the person supported or an organization that they find appropriate.

This could be especially meaningful if the deceased had a medical condition or a particular passion. Donating to support people in a similar situation can help spread the love.

4. Take Time Off to Visit

Even though you can’t be there for the memorial service, your loved ones might appreciate a visit in the future. Look at your work schedule in the weeks or months ahead and reserve time for a short weekend excursion or a longer trip out of town.

During the trip, you can visit the burial site to put flowers on the grave, go to some of the deceased’s favorite places, or find other ways to celebrate the rich life once lived. Use the trip to spend quality time with your loved ones and support them during this period of uncertainty.

If you’ve lost a loved one in the Yell County, AR, area, contact the professionals at Cornwell Funeral Home in Dardanelle. The funeral home has served families since 1898 and will listen to your needs to create a burial or memorial service your loved one would appreciate. The professionals can also assist with your preplanned funeral arrangements. Fill out service forms online or call (479) 229-2524 to schedule a time to chat.