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A memorial service allows individuals to mourn the loss of a loved one while honoring their life. If you’ve recently lost someone close to you, it may be up to you to plan this service, even as you attempt to process your grief. Because this is a trying time for anyone, the compassionate professionals from Jacqueline M. Ryan Home for Funerals offer their advice and services to individuals planning a service in the Keansburg, NJ, area. Here, they offer a few tips for planning a loving memorial service.

How to Plan a Memorial Service

1. Choose a Place & Time

When deciding on a location, consider the personality of the deceased and their favorite places. You may opt to hold the service at their church or a funeral home that’s convenient for both friends and family. You also need to pick a date; remember memorial services can be a few weeks after their passing, and scheduling in advance allows out-of-town guests to attend. 

2. Plan the Service

memorial serviceNext, determine the leader of the service, as well as any speakers. These individuals typically give highlights from the life of the deceased, expressing emotional or funny anecdotes. Some may want to read religious passages or inspirational quotes. In addition, choose the order of the service to make it easier to plan out who will speak at what time.

3. Collect Memorabilia

Finally, begin asking friends and relatives to send their favorite photographs and memorabilia of the deceased. You can use these items to create a table display or even a scrapbook. You may also choose to compile them into a video to honor your loved one.

When you suffer a death in the family, the funeral planning professionals at Jacqueline M. Ryan Home for Funerals offer the services and compassion necessary to get you through this difficult time. They can even work with you to ensure the memorial service will reflect the deceased’s wishes and beliefs. To learn more about how they can help you, reach out to them by calling (732) 787-1177. You can also find more information online

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