In our book and website, we offer an idea for creating a ceremony around the memory items now normally brough to a memorial service to show the beloved’s interests.

What if following the processional of family coming into the sanctuary there were family and or friends each carrying an item. As they place it on a table, in front of the guests, they introduced themselves and share , the significance of the item and what it means to the presenter.

“… these are grandmas’s candlesticks that represent the wonderful holiday dinners she prepared for 40 years. Her famous potroast receipe is in the program insert and you’ll have some during the reception, after the service. Our family hopes you will make it for your family and friends, as a way to remember and celebrate Alice.”

“…this is dad’s baseball glove that he used in coaching my little league team and for 10 years after that. Will all of the greatful players and parents of his teams please stand?”

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