How To Put The Fun In Funerals

How to put the FUN

in funerals

Few people like to talk about death but since the reality is that it’s inevitable, it might be good to give some thought to what kind of send off you want.

Sadly, many funerals end up feeling generic; a sombre affair with depressing music (we’re looking at you Wind Beneath My Wings and Tears In Heaven), not truly reflecting the specific life that is being remembered.

While death may not be a pleasant thought overall, planning your funeral could actually be fun if you think about incorporating many of the things that you love that have made your life uniquely you.

Your friends and family will appreciate that you made your funeral a true celebration of your life instead of a downer event that doesn’t truly reflect the incredible life you lived. Here are a few things to think about:

MUSIC

Make a list of all the songs you want played at your funeral, the ones that will immediately make people think of all the great times they had with you. Even better if those songs will get people dancing.

Have your favourite foods served, whether it’s something as simple as donuts and coffee from your favourite coffee shop or a catered meal from your favourite restaurant.

Even if your initial service is held at a more traditional location, request that your loved ones visit one of your favourite locations after to honour your love of that spot.

Incorporate your pasttimes and hobbies into your celebration. For example, if you like to ride motorcyles, ask your fellow riders to go for a ride in your honour.

Make planning a fun event! Get together with a few of your closest friends or family so you can all discuss your wishes. It can be fun to hear how everyone wants to be celebrated and it will ensure that others know what you want and vice versa.

FOOD

LOCATION

HOBBIES

PLANNING