A life remembered. A story shared.
A memorial service is an opportunity to come together and recognise, remember and celebrate someone's life.
It may take place shortly after the funeral, several weeks or months later, or even around an anniversary or other meaningful date.
Because the funeral itself may already have taken place, a memorial service can often give family and friends more time and space to focus on the person, their life and the memories they leave behind.
A life remembered. A story shared. A moment to reflect.
MORE TIME, MORE REFLECTION
One of the differences between a memorial service and a funeral is that there is often less pressure around timings, logistics and the immediate arrangements following a death.
That can give families more freedom to think about what they want the service to say, and how they want the person to be remembered.
A memorial service should not simply feel like a repeat of the funeral. It should have its own purpose and its own meaning.
A TIME TO REMEMBER
What your service can include
Coming together
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A welcome and introduction
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A tribute or life story
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Readings
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Poetry
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Music
Remembering them
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Contributions from family and friends
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Photographs or video
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A period of reflection
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Personal memories
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A closing farewell