{"id":473,"date":"2020-11-16T00:00:13","date_gmt":"2020-11-16T00:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.buckeyecremationblog.com\/?p=473"},"modified":"2022-06-16T07:12:29","modified_gmt":"2022-06-16T07:12:29","slug":"how-to-plan-memorial-service","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.buckeyecremation.com\/blog\/how-to-plan-memorial-service\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Plan Memorial Service"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-474 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.buckeyecremation.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/2021-08-02d-800x533.jpg\" alt=\"direct cremation in Gahanna, OH\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.buckeyecremation.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/2021-08-02d-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.buckeyecremation.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/2021-08-02d-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.buckeyecremation.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/2021-08-02d-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.buckeyecremation.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/2021-08-02d-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Following the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.buckeyecremation.com\/blog\/4-things-about-cremation-service-you-might-not-know\/\">cremation\u00a0service<\/a>\u00a0for\u00a0your deceased\u00a0loved one, you\u00a0might wish\u00a0to hold a memorial\u00a0service either in a private home or in a church.\u00a0There are\u00a0various\u00a0reasons why\u00a0it can make a lot of sense to hold a\u00a0memorial or a celebration of life event right after the\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.buckeyecremation.com\/services\/cremation-pricing\">direct cremation\u00a0in\u00a0Gahanna, OH<\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Such a gathering will afford you, your family, and other people who knew the deceased to celebrate their memory, heal personally and be there for others. Here\u2019s a look at a few tips that will help you to put together a memorable event.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Choose the\u00a0Theme<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A theme isn\u2019t absolutely necessary, but it can make the event more special. You can, for example, choose a theme based on cultural heritage, religious beliefs, favorite pastimes, and other things. Basically, the theme should be something that was important to the deceased. If the deceased loved to play their guitar, you might wish to have people play their favorite instrument upfront during the memorial service. If the deceased had been an avid sports fan, you can encourage attendees to wear sports jerseys in honor of the deceased.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Plan\u00a0the\u00a0Program<\/h3>\n<p><strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You\u2019ll want to create the program from start to finish. It will make the event flow smoothly, and will also help to keep things on track. Choose people to do things like reading the eulogy, playing some music, singing some songs, and more. You will, of course, want to ensure that you get everyone\u2019s permission before you put them down on the program.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Choose Time and Venue<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Where do you want to hold the memorial service? You can hold it just about anywhere. Whether you have the memorial in a private home, at a park, in a church, or in a reserved section of a restaurant, the main thing is that people who loved the deceased gather to honor their memory. Will you be having a reception afterward? Figure out whether you and your family will prepare the food or if you will perhaps cater the event.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Spread the Word<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you plan a memorial, you need to spread the word. Some people include this information in the obituary. This is a good idea since those who wish to attend the memorial will know the particulars.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you want more information on how to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.buckeyecremation.com\/planning\/why-preplan\">plan the best possible memorial<\/a>, you can count on the advice of a reputable death care services provider. Yes, they\u2019ll be there to help you plan the body disposition. But they\u2019ll also be a good source of tips and suggestions for the memorial. When you need to find a reputable and professional provider of a\u00a0<\/span>direct cremation\u00a0in\u00a0Gahanna, OH<span data-contrast=\"auto\">, we\u2019re here to help. We\u2019ll be honored to help you plan a fitting final send-off for someone you know and love. Unlike some cremation services providers, we actually offer other options that you and your family may be interested in. For instance, we offer private viewings, mailing of cremated remains, delivery of cremated remains, and more.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.buckeyecremation.com\/contact-us\/our-business-office-by-appointment-only\">Give us a call<\/a>\u00a0or stop by for a visit when you require our help.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240,&quot;469777462&quot;:[6600],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Following the\u00a0cremation\u00a0service\u00a0for\u00a0your deceased\u00a0loved one, you\u00a0might wish\u00a0to hold a memorial\u00a0service either in a private home or in a church.\u00a0There are\u00a0various\u00a0reasons why\u00a0it can make a lot of sense to hold a\u00a0memorial or a celebration of life event right after the\u00a0direct cremation\u00a0in\u00a0Gahanna, OH. 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