1800Monuments.com Headstones Starting From  $3,000 Up
About Us   Contact Us   Blogs    
inquiry@1800Monuments.com Toll: 1-800-742-0496 
Funeral Homes Tips >> F
 Categories
 Tips
Name Index
A B C D E F G
H I J K L M N
O P Q R S T U
V W X Y Z
Previous 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ... 16560 Next   Page:
Fawcett Funeral Home Winthrop Ia


Great Tips For Hosting A Memorial Wake

The tradition of the wake dates back to having relatives and friends remain awake with the body before being transported to a church. The churches would take over the burial process allowing loved ones to grieve and honor the person who has passed away. There are a number of factors to take into consideration when planning a funeral wake.

With the passing of a friend or relative comes considerable grief and difficulty in dealing with the process. For those who wish to host such ceremonies, it is important to offer notice within a newspaper or public domain to alert others of the event. It is important that well known friends and family members are provided the information regarding the place, time, and date for a visitation.

The funeral home is often responsible for the hosting of such a ceremony. The facility should be notified of the number of guests that will attend and the preparation required for the body. Flowers and similar decorations can be placed in the room for an honorable service.

Individuals often prefer to place a picture of the deceased near the entrance or the casket. It serves to honor memory and appearance as it reflects the positive moments of life. One needs to be present to greet the guests as they arrive who will be allowed to share their condolences and empathy.

Guestbooks may be included by the parlor as an opportunity for guests to write personalized messages to the family. Food and drink should be provided for the guests who attend the proceeding. Not all parlors will include catering costs in a quotation and should be made provision for.

Hosting a funeral wake requires a fair amount of planning with a focus on honoring the memory of the deceased. It can involve sessions of grief or a time to celebrate their life. Parlors can assist in providing for such an event and in making the best possible decisions.


Previous 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ... 16560 Next   Page:
 

Hot Sales
Angel Headstone 013
Angel Headstone 013
Angel Headstone 056
Angel Headstone 056
Angel Headstone 076
Angel Headstone 076
Angel Headstone 166
Angel Headstone 166
Heart Gravestone 069
Heart Gravestone 069