Funeral Programs

Memorial Service

2011-12-18T07:59:00.003-05:00

People are deciding to have a memorial service instead of funeral services. The difference between a funeral and a memorial service is that the body is present at a funeral, whereas the body is not present during a memorial service. If you choose a memorial service, you will have a lot more time and flexibility to create a more personalized experience. Memorial services that focus on the interests, activities, and past times of the person who has passed away are becoming more and more popular. Consider the following criteria when planning a memorial service:

1. Location and Setting -- The Location can be as formal as a church or chapel or as informal as a park or the beach.

2. Time and Date -- Since you are having a memorial, you'll have more flexibility on the date.

3. Pick a theme or a purpose -- Consider loved one's hobbies or interests when planning your service.

4. Personalize the service -- There are many ways to personalized including memorial service programs, portraits, memory boards.

There are many resources available to help you plan your memorial service. Check the internet for many interesting ideas to help you plan the perfect service.

Also See: Celebration of Life Service

Funeral Brochures

2011-11-21T15:57:00.003-05:00

Funeral brochures (also called funeral programs or funeral booklets) are documents that are given out during a funeral or memorial service. This brochure gives details about the service and information about the deceased. The funeral brochure is usually has a trifold layout. A trifold is when the paper folds over twice, yielding six panels for information and pictures. Funeral brochures also come in other layouts and sizes, such as bifold (single fold) which looks like a memorial booklet, and also graduated (tabbed) fold, which has an offset fold that reveals a colored tab that usually holds texts.

Using Bereavement Quotes

2011-10-20T11:46:00.003-04:00

Using bereavement quotes are a good way to communicate your feelings for your loved one and express grief when finding your own words may be difficult. You can find quotes in many different places, such as in books, published speeches and on the web. The internet has a vast collection of bereavement quotes available and many are categorized to help you select the perfect one.

Funeral Booklets

2011-10-06T17:22:00.003-04:00

Funeral Booklets are printed document that gives information about the funeral or memorial service and summarizes the life achievements of your deceased loved one. Funeral booklets sometimes have multiple pages, and are available in a variety of designs, themes, sizes and layouts. The family of the deceased usually prepares the information for the funeral booklet. The family may work with the funeral home or church to create the funeral program, or they may use a company such as Elegant Memorials to download a customized funeral booklet template that can also serve as a keepsake.

A funeral booklet can come in a variety of Sizes, designs and layouts. Funeral booklets can be standard 8 1/2"x11" paper which folds in half, or larger sizes, such as 11"x17" "tabloid size that has a folded, finished size of 8 1/2"x11". These booklet can be one page, or multiple pages, depending on the amount of information that you want to include.

4 page Graduated Fold Funeral Program Templates

2011-09-08T14:59:00.002-04:00

Elegant Memorials now sells 4 page graduated fold funeral program templates. This layout consists of 2 sheets which fold to give 4 (double-sided) booklet pages of information, and folds to reveal 3 elegant colored panels. This layout is similar to the 2 page graduated fold program, except there are 4 folded pages available to insert information. The elegant fold design gives a contemporary and polished look to your funeral programs.

Like our other funeral program template layouts, the 4 page graduated fold funeral program template can contain a cover photo, the funeral order of service, scriptures, funeral and memorial poems, funeral quotes and much more. This 4 page template, has plenty of room for a variety of photos and information, allowing you to be creative. Consider using a graduated fold for your funeral program and create a special and lasting memory of your loved one.

Using Funeral Quotes

2011-06-09T07:14:00.003-04:00

If you have been asked to speak at a funeral or memorial service, you may be unsure of what to say. Funeral and memorial quotes can help convey your feelings and help comfort mourning guests. Funeral quotes can be used during funeral and memorial services, wakes and committal services and tributes. Funeral quotes can also be used in printed funeral stationery, such as funeral programs, thank you cards and other memorial keepsakes. You can also use memorial quotes on headstones and on grave markers.

Funeral or memorial quotes can come from a variety of sources. You can get quotes from almost anywhere. Consider using quotes from a classic book or a famous speech. You can also use quotes from famous leaders, personalities or famous authors. You can search the internet to find thousands of quotes that may suit you service. Below are a few quotes that are
suitable for a funeral or memorial service.

Funeral Hymns

2011-01-10T15:39:00.001-05:00

Funeral hymns are a very important part of christian funerals or religious based funerals and memorial services. If you are attending funeral services held in a church, you will probably sing a hymn. If you are planning a funeral, take a moment to speak with church officials about what music will be played at the service. Often, you can make suggestions about the hymns that you want played. Do a little research on the internet to discover appropriate hymns. Or, if your deceased loved one had a favorite hymn, consider singing it at the service. You may want to include the lyrics in a funeral program template, so that others may sing along. Below are a few suggestions for funeral hymns.

Amazing Grace
Oh Let Me Walk With Thee
Old Rugged Cross
It is Well (With My Soul)
Nearer My God to Thee
Blessed Assurance

Also See:

Funeral Songs

Funeral Hymns

Using Music in Services

Funeral Songs Info

Get 50% off Funeral Program Templates

2010-11-25T07:37:00.001-05:00

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Funeral Program Templates -- Save Your Work

2010-08-10T10:29:00.003-04:00

Save your work. This is the most common issue when using funeral program templates. Most customers are under a tremendous amount of stress when they order a funeral program template. They are grieving, and there are many, many tasks to accomplish during this time of loss. Many users will download the template, open it, and get started creating there beautiful funeral program. Then something will interrupt them. The phone will ring, they will check email, or step away from the computer to take care of something. They return to the computer to find that changes have been lost.

Use these tips to ensure you don’t lose your hard work:

1. When downloading your template, pay attention to where you are downloading your files. The location of downloaded files may vary on different computers. Try to notice where your files are going. If possible, change the download location to your desktop, or to location where most of your commonly used files reside.

2. Once you have saved your templates, open the file immediately. Use the “Save As” function to make a copy of your template. This will ensure that you have a clean copy of your template, if you need it. Give your template a descriptive name. This will make it easier to locate.

3. Make a few changes to your template, save and close it. Re-open the template to ensure that your changes are maintained. This will also ensure that you have a fully functional software.

4. When working on your program, save every few minutes, especially if you are making a lot of edits. Don’t rely on Autosave features.

Funeral program templates can save valuable time and help you create a memorable funeral program keepsake. Following these tips can help you experience go smoothly.

Also See:

Funeral Program Samples

Funeral Program Examples

What is a Funeral Program

Printable Thank You Cards

2010-07-25T09:55:00.003-04:00

After a wake, funeral of memorial service, writing and sending thank you notes can be a daunting and time intensive task. You can help minimize stress and save time by using printable thank you cards. Printable thank can be created online from a variety of internet sites, or can be in the form of a template, that can be downloaded and printed from your personal printer. Printable thank you cards allow you to customize and personalize your thank you cards. You can type special notes, funeral poems, scriptures and even pictures. You can read more on printable thank you cards and funeral program templates on http://elegantmemorials.com.

Cremation

2010-05-08T10:45:00.000-04:00

Cremation has been around for many centuries. Today, many people are choosing cremation due to its cost-effectiveness and its environmentally friendly process. During the cremation process, the deceased placed in a combustible container and then into a special type of furnace for about three hours. At the end of that time, the resulting “ashes” are then placed in a container, or an urn, and given to the family.

There are many ways the resulting ashes can be disbursed. Ashes can be scattered, placed in an urn, or buried. There are also some very creative ways to keep the remains, such as incorporate ashes into memorial jewelry, paintings and ceramics.

Even if you have chosen cremation rather than traditional burial, that doesn’t mean there can’t be a service. A traditional funeral or memorial service can be held, complete with music, funeral poems, funeral programs, and other typical funeral elements. You can also have a non-traditional memorial services such as ceremonies is special locations like parks, the ocean, a marina or even a golf course. You can tailor the ceremony to reflect the interests of your loved one.

Cremation can be a much less expensive option, if you’re careful about which add-on services are chosen. Some of these add-on expenses include funeral casket rental for viewing the remains prior to cremation, headstones or grave marker expenses within a memorial garden, and fees to use a funeral home or church for a service. All of those may be very important to you, but remember that each time you utilize a service for viewing, transportation, memorializing and cremation of the deceased, there will probably be a cost associated with it. However, with careful planning and research, you should be able to plan for both cremation and final services that are affordable.

Also See:

Green Burial -- Green Funeral

2010-04-12T14:16:00.001-04:00

Many people are now exploring new eco-friendly options for funerals and burials. There are many things that you can do to make your funeral, cremation or burial more environmentally-friendly.

Select a “Green” Funeral Casket — A “green” casket is a casket made of bio-degradable materials has has much less environmental impact.

Forgo embalming

Do not use a burial vault – A Burial vault is not required by law. Inform funeral home or cemetery staff that you do not want to use one.

Consider cremation instead of traditional burial methods.

Do not use limousines

Use recycled paper and materials during funeral services and for funeral programs.

There are many resources that can help you plan a green funeral and burial. The internet, clergy, and funeral directors can assist with everything you need to be eco-friendly.

Burial Insurance -- Funeral Insurance

2010-04-04T19:40:00.001-04:00

If you have never planned a funeral or memorial service, you may not be aware of how costly it can be. Funerals, on average, can range between 3,000-10000 dollars, depending on which options you choose. There are several expenses associated with funerals and memorials including the casket, flowers, administrative and planning services, funeral programs and obituaries, burial costs and grave markers, just to name a few. These costs may be overwhelming, especially if you are on a budget. Funeral or burial insurance may be an option to help pay for the considerable funeral costs.

For some, life insurance may be an option for paying funeral costs. However, if you are unable to obtain life insurance, you may need burial or funeral insurance. This type of insurance may have a variety of options, and may or may be the right option for you. If considering purchasing burial or funeral insurance, make sure you have researched your options, and fully understand what your policy will cover.

Christian Funeral

2010-03-17T12:00:00.001-04:00

Christian funerals include many standard practices as well as unique spiritual elements that are meaningful to the deceased and his family. A Christian funeral service will usually include funeral songs and music, funeral scripture verses from the bible and prayers. It may also have speakers who talk or give tribute to the life of the deceased. A formal eulogy or “sending off” message is also given at Christian services, as well as a funeral sermon that is given by a member of the clergy. An interment or burial service usually follows the service. There may also be printed handouts or funeral programs that document the details of the funeral service and the life of the deceased. For more information about Christian funerals, consult the internet or your clergy.

Funeral Program Video

2010-01-16T09:45:00.005-05:00

When planning a funeral or memorial service, there are many different tasks that need to get accomplished. One of these tasks is creating a funeral program or memorial service bulletin. A funeral program is the document that is given out at the funeral or memorial service. The program contains an order of service, obituary, funeral and memorial poems, funeral songs and music and photos and photo collages and other useful information. This video explain funeral programs.

Funeral Planning

2009-12-27T17:34:00.000-05:00

Funeral planning can be an overwhelming task. It is can be difficult to make decisions during such an emotional time. Whether you're planning a loved one’s funeral or pre-planning your own, the process can be difficult if you do not know or understand your options. Begin by considering these four important questions.

What is your budget for the funeral or memorial service?
Do you want the body to be present at the funeral?
Will you have a religious or traditional funeral or a contemporary funeral or memorial service?
Which people will accomplish the many administrative tasks (such as creating funeral programs, selecting speakers for the service and writing obituaries) associated with funeral planning?

Answering these key questions will put you well on your way to planning the perfect funeral or memorial service that fits into your budget. The following articles can help you understand the funeral or memorial planning process:

Funeral Planning

Funeral Service Checklist

Funeral Costs

Funeral or Memorial Service

Funeral Caskets

Selecting Funeral Flowers

Funeral and Memorial Ideas

Funeral Songs

Funeral Program Examples

2009-11-25T07:04:00.003-05:00

There are several funeral program examples available on the internet. Check out some examples of funeral programs at Elegant Memorials. Also, browse our extensive Funeral and Memorial Resources Section that has a variety of funeral poems, scriptures, funeral readings, obituary template information and much more.

Funeral Program Designs

2009-11-18T15:15:00.006-05:00

Funeral programs can enhance your funeral or memorial service and give it a very personalized touch. The following tips can help you to choose a memorial or funeral program template that best represents your loved ones personality. The right design teamed with the perfect funeral poem, prayer or scripture will make your funeral program special.

1. Select a design that best represents your loved ones personality, such as a simple, straight-forward, conservative.

2. Find the right funeral poem, funeral reading, or song (lyrics) that offers consolation to you or meant a lot to your loved one. Also, consider using personalized letters, notes, quotes or other readings in the funeral program.

3. Include a photo of your loved one. Decide if you want a recent photo, or an older photograph such as a photo from a wedding, from high school, or the military

4. Consider using family photos or photo collages in the funeral program

5. List information about special life events (e.g. graduations, marriages, military service/awards, jobs, volunteer service, and retirement)

For more information about funeral programs, see the following articles:

Funeral Program Examples
Sample Funeral Program
How to write an obituary
How to write a eulogy
Funeral Poems

Funeral Planning

2009-11-06T17:49:00.004-05:00

If you are planning a loved one’s funeral or pre-planning your own, the process can be much easier if you understand your options. Consider these four important questions.

What is your budget for the funeral or memorial service?
Will the body be present at the funeral?
Will you have a religious or traditional funeral or a contemporary funeral or memorial service?
Which people will accomplish the many administrative tasks (such as creating funeral programs, selecting speakers for the service and writing obituaries) associated with funeral planning?

Answering these key questions will put you well on your way to planning the perfect funeral or memorial service that fits into your budget. For more detailed information about funeral planning, see this funeral planning article.

Also See:

Funeral Planning Checklist

Sample Funeral Program

Funeral Caskets

Funeral Songs

Funeral Readings

2009-09-01T15:42:00.005-04:00

Funeral Readings play a major part in any funeral or memorial service. Funeral readings help bring comfort to grieving mourners. Readings also help family and friends convey their feelings during this difficult time. Funeral readings can consist of a variety of sources. The most common funeral readings are:

Funeral Poems
Funeral Scriptures
Funeral Prayers
Famous quotes and sayings
Original poetry

Readings are also included in funeral programs and other printed funeral documents. Readings can be found in everywhere, especially the internet where there are a variety of funeral reading resources.

Funeral and Bereavement Poems

2009-05-18T15:35:00.005-04:00

Funeral Poems are an integral part of any funeral, homegoing, memorial or celebration of life service. They help to provide comforting words to friends and family. The are also an easy way to convey feelings, without having to compose the words yourself. Poems are used during the actual funeral service, at burial site, or ashes scattering ceremony. They are also used in funeral printed materials, such as funeral programs, funeral program templates, acknowledgement cards and prayer cards.

The internet is an excellent source of funeral poems. There are many sites that list free poems. These poems are often categorized according to relationships, including poems for mothers, fathers, children, grandmothers, grandfathers and illness, and many more. Elegant Memorials also has a wide variety poems:

Funeral and Memorial Poems for Mother - Mom - Grandmother
Funeral and Memorial Poems for Father - Dad - Grandfather
Funeral and Memorial Poems for Kids - Children - Babies

Selecting a Funeral Program Template Design

2009-03-24T10:11:00.002-04:00

These few questions will help you to create a memorial service bulletin template or funeral program template that fits your needs. Together, we will be able to offer those in attendance at the service a cherished keepsake of your loved one’s life.

1. What best matches your loved one’s personality? Simple, straight-forward, conservative (subtle shades of softer colors, such as pink and lavender) or wild and adventurous (splashes of red, purple, and orange).

2. Does you loved one have a favorite place that he or she enjoyed frequently, such as the beach, camping or gardening? Did he or she enjoy spring or fall? You can usually find a theme or design that depicts these places.

3. Is there a particular funeral poem, reading, or religious text that offers consolation to you or meant a great deal to your loved one? Often, personalized letters and notes are included in the funeral program.

4. If you wish to include a picture, do you want a recent photo of your loved one, or perhaps an older photograph such as a photo from a wedding, from high school, or the military?

5. Would you like to include family photos (such as photo collages) in the funeral program?

6. Did your loved one participate in a special hobby or hold a unique position of which he or she was particularly proud, and do you feel it may be appropriate to include such a theme in the funeral program template?

7. Do you wish to have a listing of special life events (e.g. graduations, marriages, military service/awards, jobs, volunteer service, and retirement) included in the funeral program?

8. Do you wish to have a listing of family members, both living and pre-deceased, included in the funeral program?

What is a Funeral Program

2009-02-15T16:20:00.004-05:00

The funeral program (sometimes called a memorial service bulletin or funeral order of service booklet) is the printed document that outlines events in the funeral or memorial service and summarizes the life achievements of your deceased loved one. The family of the deceased usually prepares the information for the funeral program. The family may work with the funeral home or church to design the funeral program template, or they may use a company such as Elegant Memorials to create a customized funeral program template that can also serve as a keepsake.

The Funeral Program Template Layout

Funeral Program Cover:
The cover of the funeral program sometimes has a picture of the deceased, as well as their full legal name, date of birth, date of death, location and time of service, and a title for the funeral program (ex. “In Memory”, “Homegoing Celebration, etc.” "In Remembrance").

Order of Service:
The Order of Service is the next key section of the funeral program. This is the part of the funeral program that outlines the order of events for the service. The information in this section of the funeral program will be greatly effected by the cultural and religious beliefs of the deceased. If the service will is run by religious clergy, it may be best to contact your religious officiates. The funeral director will also have information, and may be able to provide you with a “typical” service outline for your funeral program. A typical Order of Service in a funeral program will contain the Prelude, Processional, Prayer, Song (Hymn of Comfort), Reading (Scripture, Poem, Prayer, Old Testament, and New Testament), Acknowledgments, Cards & Condolences, Obituary Reading, Eulogy, Final Viewing, Benediction, Recessional, and Interment location.

Obituary:
The funeral program will also contain a written obituary. The Obituary details the biographical highlights of the deceased person’s life. The obituary in the funeral program will detail where the person was born, where they lived, any information about their spouse, children and other information such as hobbies, and personal stories will be shared. It is important that the information in the obituary is reviewed to include accuracy of dates and names.

Surviving Family Members:
The immediate family members mother, father, sisters, brothers, should be listed first. Secondly, the immediate family, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, In-laws, Grandparents, and Grandchildren should be listed. Predeceased family members may also be included in the funeral program to establish genealogy or relation of the person to an extended family.

The Back of the Funeral Program:
The back of the funeral program may include a poem, favorite song or prayer. The final section of the program may also include a personal quote from a family member, listing of pall bearers (men that carry the casket), flower bearers (women traditionally carry flowers and place them on the alter) or special acknowledgements (short thank you from the family).

When designing a funeral program, it is important to remember that the funeral program is a keepsake that represents the life of your loved one. The funeral program should be detailed and share the unique personality traits of your loved one.

Elegant Memorials Funeral Program Templates and Keepsakes

2009-02-15T10:44:00.001-05:00

Elegant Memorials Funeral Program Templates and Keepsakes is a design company that helps you cherish your loved one's memories by providing quality funeral program templates (or memorial service bulletin templates) and memorial keepsakes. Our funeral program templates are available for immediate download. We provide funeral programs template designs in a variety of colors, themes and layouts. We have over 20 creative and colorful funeral program designs to help you capture your loved ones uniqueness. Elegant Memorials also creates memorial prayer cards and thank you cards.

In addition to funeral programs and funeral program templates, the Elegant Memorials website http://elegantmemorials.com also has an extensive funeral and memorial planning section. You will find lots of useful information about planning memorial services, how to write a eulogy or obituary, selecting a funeral program template design and much more. Visit http://elegantmemorials.com for more information.

Funeral Programs

Memorial Service

Funeral Brochures

Using Bereavement Quotes

Funeral Booklets

4 page Graduated Fold Funeral Program Templates

Using Funeral Quotes

Funeral Hymns

Get 50% off Funeral Program Templates

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Funeral Program Templates -- Save Your Work

Printable Thank You Cards

Cremation

Green Burial -- Green Funeral

Burial Insurance -- Funeral Insurance

Christian Funeral

Funeral Program Video

Funeral Planning

Funeral Program Examples

Funeral Program Designs

Funeral Planning

Funeral Readings

Funeral and Bereavement Poems

Selecting a Funeral Program Template Design

What is a Funeral Program

Elegant Memorials Funeral Program Templates and Keepsakes