Celebration of Life Invitation Ideas
August 5, 2022 lighten
A celebration of life can be anything you want it to be. Will it be a deeply reflective memorial service? Or will it be more akin to a...
Making a Memorial Service Planning Checklist
July 29, 2022 lighten
Where do you turn? Who do you talk to? We understand that the first steps in planning a life celebration can be overwhelming. Lighten wants you to...
Finding 1st Death Anniversary Messages
July 22, 2022 lighten
We at Lighten have worked with many families who believe that honoring a loved one on both their death anniversary and other life milestone dates...
Looking for Unique Memorial Ideas?
July 15, 2022 lighten
Lighten believes that memorials can be as unique as the life being celebrated. But when it comes to planning something so rooted in tradition and...
Life Celebration Customs Around the World
July 1, 2022 lighten
Life celebration customs in the United States are changing. Memorials no longer automatically mean black-tie visitations and a burial. Rather, they...
Ideas for a Memorial Service Program
June 24, 2022 lighten
Carefully choosing a lovely poem, recalling your loved one’s favorite phrases, and sorting through family photos are deeply personal moments that...
Why You Might Choose an Online Memorial Over an In-Person Funeral Service
June 17, 2022 lighten
Zoom isn’t just a “COVID thing” anymore. As a society, we have seen so many things shift to the virtual space; such as our jobs, holiday...
Choosing a Format When Planning a Memorial
June 10, 2022 lighten
Lighten has helped countless families step out of the traditional funeral home environment and into a more uplifting space. What type of space you...
Celebrate a Life with a Memorial Garden
June 3, 2022 lighten
Plants are often used to symbolize lasting life and strength. Flowers are universally accepted as a display of significance and celebration....
Unique Memorial Tribute Examples That Will Inspire You
May 20, 2022 lighten
Sometimes it is not about what words you choose, but rather how you say them. If the thought of delivering a somber speech from behind a podium...
Three Types of Celebration of Life Quotes
May 13, 2022 lighten
With the planning of a celebration of life comes the search for the perfect words. You might sit down to your computer and find yourself feeling...
It’s Never Too Late to Plan a Memorial Service
May 9, 2022 lighten
The planning of a memorial service can be overwhelming. Especially immediately following the passing of a loved one. The closest friend or family...
Tips for a Personalized Memorial Service
April 30, 2022 lighten
In the same way that individuals brainstorm the ideal wedding venue or the perfect song to be played at an anniversary party, the details of an...
Three Reasons Why Online Memorials are Here to Stay
April 25, 2022 lighten
With the pandemic came dramatic shifts in the way we honor life’s most important moments. Birthdays, holidays, and life celebrations took place...
Celebrating Life: Ideas for a Meaningful Celebration of a Loved One’s Passing
March 17, 2022 lighten
A celebration of life is a way to honor the memory of a loved one who has passed away. It can be a significant way to remember and celebrate the...
What is the difference between a funeral, a memorial service, and a celebration of life?
February 22, 2022 lighten
End-of-life gatherings and ceremonies can go by many names. Most commonly, an end-of-life ceremony will be called a “funeral,” a...
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