Celebration of Life
The star of the day
The event could be held in a variety of circumstances. It could be that you’re nearing the end of your life, suffering from a terminal illness. Or perhaps, you’re in the early stages of a degenerative mental condition, such as dementia.Either way, wouldn’t it be good to celebrate your life with loved ones while you’re still able to enjoy the occasion? Whatever the circumstances, whatever the scale of the event, one thing’s for sure – you will be the star of the day.
A truly individual celebration
This can be a religious or non-religious event. It can be organised by you or by your family. And of course, you can invite as many family and friends as you wish.
A Celebration of Life is completely personal and be casual or a formal affair. It’s a party with everyone you love. It’s up to you and your family to decide on the venue and the order of events. You can include features which are often part of a traditional funeral, such as a eulogy. You may wish to give a speech, or others might wish to. Some might want to read their favourite poems, serve their favourite food, play their favourite music.
Of course, you can include a memory table of photographs, and you may also wish to have a letterbox to post final wishes. Don’t forget that this is your last chance for a party!
How does a Celebration of Life work?
We’ll guide you through the planning process with a series of questionnaires. On the day we’ll host the event for you, like a ‘This is Your Life’, with –
The event could be held in a variety of circumstances. It could be that you’re nearing the end of your life, suffering from a terminal illness. Or perhaps, you’re in the early stages of a degenerative mental condition, such as dementia.Either way, wouldn’t it be good to celebrate your life with loved ones while you’re still able to enjoy the occasion? Whatever the circumstances, whatever the scale of the event, one thing’s for sure – you will be the star of the day.
A truly individual celebration
This can be a religious or non-religious event. It can be organised by you or by your family. And of course, you can invite as many family and friends as you wish.
A Celebration of Life is completely personal and be casual or a formal affair. It’s a party with everyone you love. It’s up to you and your family to decide on the venue and the order of events. You can include features which are often part of a traditional funeral, such as a eulogy. You may wish to give a speech, or others might wish to. Some might want to read their favourite poems, serve their favourite food, play their favourite music.
Of course, you can include a memory table of photographs, and you may also wish to have a letterbox to post final wishes. Don’t forget that this is your last chance for a party!
How does a Celebration of Life work?
We’ll guide you through the planning process with a series of questionnaires. On the day we’ll host the event for you, like a ‘This is Your Life’, with –
- Stories and tales being told by loved ones and friends of times together.
- Music that has meant something to you through your life being played.
- Poems and readings.
- Personal Tributes.
- Photos or PowerPoint presentations.
- Personal ‘goodbyes’.
- Make a speech.
- Hand out messages that you have found hard to say in life, asking loved ones not to be open till after you’ve gone.
- Enjoy your favourite meal.