One of the benefits of choosing a Perry GA cremation service is the freedom to organize non-traditional memorial services. Rather than a formal committal service at a graveside, families can honor their loved one in a unique way that’s meaningful to the deceased’s life. 

As a result, there are countless service ideas for a family to memorialize their loved one after cremation. To inspire you, we’ve compiled a few of them below: 

  1. Celebration of Life 

The deceased’s favorite music, food, and drinks are all welcome at a celebration of life. Whether the party is held at home or in a public venue, it’s a great way to gather family and friends to honor the deceased’s memory. 

  2. Memorial Walk 

A memorial walk is an excellent way for family and friends to remember the deceased. It can be a simple walk through the woods or along a beach or as elaborate as taking a hike up a mountain or trekking across the country on foot. Perfect if the deceased enjoyed nature. 

  3. Candlelight Vigil 

A candlelight vigil is another excellent way to honor the deceased’s memory in nature. It can be held at sunset on the beach, atop a mountain, or even in one of your loved one’s favorite parks. 

  4. Online Memorial Service 

An online memorial service is ideal for those who wish to celebrate their loved one but cannot attend an event in person due to distance or other obligations. 

Online memorial services can be hosted by either the funeral home staff or by relatives and friends using social media sites like Facebook. 

They’re also an excellent way for relatives and friends who couldn’t make it to pay their respects from afar without having to travel long distances. 

  5. Ash Scattering 

Ash scattering is an informal way of remembering the deceased that also has its formal dimensions. It can be done by scattering the ashes at a special location or mixing them with paint and painting a rock, which you can then place in nature. 

  6. Memorial Bench 

Memorial benches are another way to pay tribute to your loved one. You can make it yourself or get a contractor to make one for you. The bench can be in parks or other public areas your loved one enjoyed visiting. 

They are customizable, with quotes and identifying details like their name, birth, and death date. 

  7. Tree Planting 

You can plant the tree yourself or have it done professionally. When planting yourself, plant the tree separately or mix the ashes with the soil and seed. Either way, it’s an excellent way to honor the memory of someone you love who has passed away 

  8. Memorial Brick 

Memorial bricks are another way to remember someone you love who has passed away. They’re available for purchase from different companies and can be placed on sidewalks in a meaningful location or installed in your home. 

  9. Themed Memorial 

A themed memorial is planned around the deceased’s passions. This includes the dress code, decor colors, event activities, menu, and venue. 

There are many ways to show respect for the memory of a loved one who has passed away. However, it’s important to do what feels right for you and choose a memorial option that’s meaningful to you and your loved one. 

Whatever you decide, reach out to us. We help families plan unique memorial services alongside other cremation services in Perry, GA. Call us to get started today by speaking with our funeral director.