Are You Thinking About Skipping a Memorial? Think Again
After the funeral service for someone you know, whether a friend or a co-worker, there may be a memorial service. If you are wondering about whether or not to attend such an event, you should consider that there are several reasons why going makes sense. Here are a handful of reasons why you should definitely go to the memorial service in honor of someone you care about following the St. Johns, OH funeral service.
Pay Respect
Your presence will say a lot at the memorial service. Even without words, your being there will be a show of respect. Remember that a memorial commemorates the deceased and their memory, so people who attend essentially pay tribute to the deceased. You can be part of the group of attendees who honor the memory of someone special to you all.
Show How You Feel – with Words
You’ll be able to share what the deceased meant to you at a memorial, Such an event is more informal and, since it will follow after the funeral or cremation, people at the memorial will more introspective about what has happened. You can jot down a few points you’d like to cover or you can just do something off the cuff, so to speak. Just be sure to express how you feel, what the person meant to you, and then close off by giving your condolences to the grieving family members of the deceased.
Start Mourning Process
The memorial service provides mourners with an opportunity to mourn together and to be there for each other. You can bet that the grieving process will be different for everyone, but the memorial can be an important part of the grieving process for all concerned.
Receive Support
You won’t only be there to give support, but also to receive support. In this way, everyone who attends a memorial service can benefit. It is a two-way street in that way. But you can’t give or receive that support if you’re not at the memorial service, so be sure to attend if you’re able.
End Things on a High Note
Again, the memorial service will be decidedly more upbeat than the body disposition service. The focus will be on the deceased. It will focus on their memory, what made them special, and more. It’s important to be part of this event if it involves a friend or colleague. While all in attendance will still be mourning, the memorial will be positive and the upbeat. When it’s all over and done with, you and the others should leave feeling empowered to live better, love more, and fret less.
Do you have some questions about memorial services or do you need help planning a funeral service or cremation? Contact us at Eley Funeral Home & Crematory for the help you require. We offer funeral services for St. Johns, OH residents. Call us at (419) 738-7676 to ask questions or to plan final services. You can also talk to us in person at 1102 Lincoln Ave, Wapakoneta, OH 45895. We look forward to being of assistance in your time of need.
