If you are planning your husband's funeral, of course you are doing it at the same time that you are grieving. Hopefully you have siblings or adult children who can help you. Whether that's true or not, from arranging a display that represents your husband's life to planning the service, here are some ideas that might help you to plan a dignified and memorable funeral service.
A Display That Represents His Life - A picture is worth a thousand words, isn't it? Think of the beautiful way you can tell your husband's story in a creative way. For example, besides setting out photographs taken from the time of his birth until recent time, think of also including things he loved in the display. For example, if he played a musical instrument, say the violin or the saxophone, you could display the instrument. Obviously, displaying a piano would be difficult, but you could display his favorite sheet music or a picture of him playing the piano, couldn't you?
What about trophies and other awards your husband received over the years? If he kept evidence of those, it would be totally appropriate for you to include them in the display. Even things like his work boots or his favorite cowboy boots would add interest to the display.
Plan The Funeral Service - If your husband's siblings are still alive, would they want to tell about experiences they had with their brother? What about your children? Are they old enough to take part in the funeral service? Besides sharing times they spent with their father, they could actually take part by reading his favorite scriptures or reading an inspiring poem. Another idea is to open the funeral home's microphone to anybody who would like to tell about times spent with with your husband. Don't be surprised if you hear some funny stories along with tender ones.
The music part of the funeral service is also important. Think of having a solo of a hymn that is often sung in funeral homes, such as Amazing Grace. Congregational singing is always nice, too, as it gives those who attend the opportunity to ponder over the words in the song. For example, How Great Thou Art will be a reminder of God's great love and that your husband will be living with Him throughout eternity.
Perhaps you'd like to give everybody a memento that will be a reminder of your husband. If so, a bookmark with his picture on it and a scripture verse would be perfect.
For more information, contact a company such as Conboy-Westchester Funeral Home Inc.
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