Funeral services give your friends and family of the deceased an opportunity to celebrate the life of a loved one they’ve lost. During this difficult time, taking steps to personalize the service can make the experience more meaningful and help bring family and friends together. If you’re planning a funeral service, below are a few ideas for creating an event that truly reflects the person you’ve lost.

3 Tips for Personalizing a Funeral Service

1. Make a Connection Through Food

If the funeral service will include food, consider serving some of your family member’s favorite food. Alternatively, you may use some of their special recipes if they enjoyed cooking for the family. This can help your guests reminisce and spur memories of the individual you’ve all gathered together to celebrate.

2. Include Their Favorite Possessions

A person’s beloved objects and favorite songs can truly evoke their spirit, so think of ways to incorporate these items into the funeral. For instance, if your family member loved reading, place a few of their favorite books on a table or on the casket itself. You can also include songs they loved in a slideshow presentation or play them at the reception.

If the person you lost had a characteristic piece of clothing, like a special bathrobe or favorite coat, consider throwing it over the back of a chair. Many families find this to be a comforting reminder that the loved one they lost is still there with them.

3. Create a Work of Art

Creating a communal memorial artwork gives friends and family of the deceased an opportunity to grieve together and give you a tangible reminder of the service. Bring crafting supplies, and encourage everyone to bring their favorite photos and mementos to make a scrapbook page. You could also bring a large canvas and invite mourners to decorate a portion of the space.

For over 150 years, Middendorf Funeral Home has been assisting families throughout Northern Kentucky with celebrating one of life’s most difficult experiences. With their commitment to their clients and years of experience serving the community, you can rely on their team to create a funeral service that truly reflects the family member you’ve lost. Visit their website for more on their wide range of services, or call (859) 341-7800 to speak with a compassionate funeral director today.