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Arranging A Memorial Service And Saying Farewell
When a loved one dies, the funeral ceremony offers a formal way of saying goodbye. These services can often be personalized in order to reflect the individual's life. You can find help through the personnel at the mortuary who prepare the body.
Music is often an important part of services. You may choose someone to sing or play an instrument live. The use of prerecorded music has become very common in many areas. In addition, the mortuary may have an organist on staff.
Most services include an officiant or eulogist. In the past, it was common for a member of the clergy to fill this role; however, today there is more freedom in who will lead the service. The family generally communicates directly with those responsible for conducting the service. Some religious groups provide more direction in the manner of conducting the services than others. If you want a religious service, but are unsure who you should contact, the mortuary staff can provide assistance.
If your loved one was a member of a fraternal organization or has a history of military service, it may be appropriate to include these groups. Some organizations offer specific services tailored to the organization. VFW groups may also assist and present a flag to the survivors.
The family can also decide about the viewing and whether they want it to be a part of a service. While considered traditional in some locations, it is not in others. No matter what the local customs, this is truly a decision the family can make.
It is never easy to say goodbye to a loved one who has passed. However, the funeral ceremony is an important part of the process for many. Plans for the services should be discussed before the passing of a loved one. This allows the survivors to make plans for a service they are certain would have been approved by the individual.
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