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

By Dayna Reid and Dayna Mason

Book Overview

A simple, stress-free approach to writing and conducting a meaningful and heartfelt memorial service that truly celebrates the life of your loved one.

Dayna Reid, an officiant for over 30 years, shares her expertise to help families and officiants select the most meaningful elements and wording to create a personalized service that honors their loved ones.

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

A detailed guide on the order of serviceA comprehensive checklist and instructions for writing a heartfelt eulogyA wide collection of spiritual and non-spiritual wording examplesTips on how to conduct an effective family interviewGuidance on how to handle special circumstances with sensitivity and graceSample memorial services for reference and inspirationIdeas for adding personal touches and making the service more meaningfulInsights on understanding and supporting those who are grievingSuggestions for follow-up after the service

Don't miss the opportunity to create a truly memorable and meaningful service to remember your loved one.

"Just buy the book. You are going to die. Someone you like and or love is going to die. Someone you don't like is going to die. (Yes, the Author even gives you advice on what to say about the porcupines in our lives) This book is not just for ministers or anyone else who is giving the difficult task of having to lead or take part in a memorial or funeral."
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"Dayna's books never fail to speak to me. She writes with beautiful clarity and in Funerals and Memorials she demonstrates touching depth of compassion. This book is a go-to resource to help craft the final goodbye to a loved one. Her book will guide you through designing your service and finding just the right words in a very difficult time."
H. Lockett, Compassion Advocate

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1511604913
• ISBN13: 9781511604918
• Release Date: May 2015
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 142 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"