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Celebrations of life

A celebration of life is a modern take on a traditional funeral. Instead of a somber, quiet moment for reflection, these celebrations encourage guests to honor the deceased with expressions of joy and love. Funerals are for the living, after all. Why not have some fun while we can?

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What's a Celebration of Life Ceremony?

By Jasmine Tanguay, BA, MS

15 Celebration of Life Party Ideas to Help You Plan

By Erin Coriell, BA in Mass Communication/Media Studies

10 Alternative Funeral Services to Consider

By Erin Coriell, BA in Mass Communication/Media Studies

50+ Poems to Read at a Funeral or Memorial

By Sam Tetrault, BA in English

Funeral Celebrants: Duties & How to Become One

By Sam Tetrault, BA in English

Memorial Service vs. Celebration of Life

By Belinda McLeod, BA in Secondary Education

What Happens at a Happy Funeral? 12 Joyous Rituals

By Belinda McLeod, BA in Secondary Education

15+ Unique Celebration of Life Party Favor Ideas

By Amy Wolkenhauer, BA in English/Creative Writing

A Quick Guide to Celebration of Life Service Etiquette

By Belinda McLeod, BA in Secondary Education

17 Gifts to Bring to a Celebration of Life Service

By Amy Wolkenhauer, BA in English/Creative Writing

30 Celebration of Life Bookmark Design & Message Ideas

By Belinda McLeod, BA in Secondary Education

9 Unique Celebration of Life Venue Ideas

By Belinda McLeod, BA in Secondary Education

How to Announce a Celebration of Life: 8 Ideas

By Belinda McLeod, BA in Secondary Education

9 Ways to Say ‘Thank You for Attending a Celebration of Life’

By Belinda McLeod, BA in Secondary Education

4 Celebration of Life Obituary Examples

By Belinda McLeod, BA in Secondary Education

24 Non-Traditional Celebration of Life Readings & Poem Ideas

By Amy Wolkenhauer, BA in English/Creative Writing

What to Write in a Celebration of Life Guestbook: 18 Ideas

By Amy Wolkenhauer, BA in English/Creative Writing