If you know someone who has lost their daughter then you may be thinking of sending your condolences and a message of sympathy. But knowing what to say or write after such a tragedy is hard? Finding the words to say how sorry you are for their loss in a respectful way isn’t easy. So … Read more
A eulogy is an opportunity to share the memories and feelings about the deceased and reflect on their life. It is a chance to pay tribute to whoever has passed away. But it’s also extremely difficult to write a eulogy. Especially for someone like your husband. So if you’re struggling then use these eulogy examples … Read more
After someone has passed away we are often called upon to let friends, family, colleagues and more know about that death. Announcing a death of a loved one is never easy and finding the right words understandably tough. But it’s important to let people know, as well as part of honoring the memory of the … Read more
It’s hard to think of anything worse than losing a child. But to do so out of the blue and unexpectedly will devastate the lives of the parents and family. When that happens if you are a friend or loved one you will want to reach and offer your condolences and a few words of … Read more
When someone passes away we have ways in which we commemorate them. Gravestones with epitaphs, scattering ashes in special places etc. But sometimes you might choose to get a memorial plaque to remember a loved one. A memorial plaque is a commemorative plate that is used to honor the memory of the deceased. It is … Read more
A celebration of life event is very different to a funeral. The atmosphere is one of celebration rather than mourning. The life of the deceased is remembered but in a positive way. People look back on the memories of that person with joy and smile about the good times they shared. And so the invitations … Read more
After someone has passed away it falls to family to announce the death. That can be done through traditional ways but it’s becoming more popular to announce a death on Facebook. As we are in touch with so many people through Facebook it makes sense to announce something like the death of a loved one … Read more
When someone loses their brother it is heartbreaking. Especially if they had a really close bond. Losing someone so special is something you never get over. The loss of a brother will bring feelings of grief and loneliness. It may have been a bigger brother who you saw as someone who would protect and look … Read more
Receiving a donation or gift of money towards the funeral of a loved one is a generous gesture. Once the funeral is over though you should send a thank you note or message to let whoever it is know how much you appreciate their kindness. But finding the right words and knowing what to say … Read more
After a funeral or memorial is over you have to think about thanking all those who were involved in some way. The guests who attended, whoever offered their condolences, those who provided food etc. and of course those who sent flowers. The flowers are an important part of the funeral. For the family of the … Read more