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Basics You Should Know When Considering Funeral Cards

If you are going to attend someone's interment, it might be proper to bring a token or offering that shows empathy to the family of the dead. Traditionally flowers are sent but you can also check out some memorial cards for funeral purposes. These are usually given to the grieving relatives during or before the burial.

You may offer flowers as most traditionally do. Flower baskets are usually given during the wake. There are certain blooms that are appropriate for the occasion. Carnations, white lilies and roses are common blossoms given to the family of the deceased. They are usually offered with a sympathy card from the sender.

If you want to give something that will last a lifetime, consider giving a plat or tree. You may present this in a small pot at the funeral service. You can also send it to the residence of the grieving family. As a lifetime remembrance to the dead, the plant or shrub can be planted in the garden.

You may also give a donation to a charity in lieu of flowers and traditional gifts. The departed or the family left behind may patronize a particular charitable group. You could make a cash donation to the organization in memory of the dead. Your contribution can be dedicated to the deceased.

You could present the family of the deceased with a memorial guestbook. Don't just get any booklet off the shelf of a bookstore. There are custom-made books that have the name and other details about the dead engraved on the booklet. This is something that is often necessary at memorial services.

You can also pen a letter of sympathy. You can write your own message on a blank card of get one with a printed note of sympathy. You can send it with a nice basket of flowers or with a potted shrub.