Funerals & Memorials: Creating the Perfect Service to Remember a Loved One

A simple, stress-free approach to writing and conducting a memorial service

Readers are given all the information needed to create and officiate a beautifully personalized funeral or memorial service, including:

• A description of the order of service
• A checklist and instructions for writing a eulogy
• A large collection of spiritual and non-spiritual wording examples
• Instructions for how to interview the family
• Guidance on how to handle special circumstances
• Several sample memorial services
• Ideas for including extra personal touches
• Guidance for understanding grief
• Ideas for following up after the service

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• The Baker Funeral Handbook
• Minister's Service Manual
• How to Plan a Celebration of Life Memorial Instead of a Funeral: A Practical, Step-by-Step Guide to Planning A Respectful and Loving Memorial Service
• The Wedding Officiant's Guide: How to Write and Conduct a Perfect Ceremony
• Simple Sermons for Funeral Services
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