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Paying Tribute: Honoring a Deceased Family Member

Many brides often picture certain individuals as part of their wedding day. Be it your parent, grandparent, sibling or friend, there are many ways in which you can honor those who have passed and who are not able to join you on your big day. Here are some ideas you can incorporate into your ceremony and reception to honor a deceased friend or a family member.
Kind Words. Include a few words about the person in your wedding program. For example: “With love we remember our grandparents Sophie Jones, Bill Jones, and Harvey Newman.” Or, include a tribute or anecdote about the person in your program.
Poetry. Include a favorite poem of the deceased in your wedding program.
Officiant. Ask your officiant to mention the person during the ceremony, or ask for a moment of silence.
Candle Lighting. Incorporate ceremonious candle lighting in the loved one’s memory.
Readings. Have a guest read a favorite passage of scripture or poetry.
Menu Mention. Include a family recipe that the family member made or loved. For example, “Grandma Bessie’s Famous Carrot Cake.”
Musical Selection. Have a favorite song of the person sung or played during the ceremony or reception.
Mementos. Wear a piece of jewelry given to you by the deceased or carry his or her handkerchief.
Flowers. Honor the person during the ceremony by leaving a special bouquet on an empty seat. Include a few words in your wedding program noting that the flowers are in remembrance of your loved one.
The key goal is to honor the person without transporting your guests - or yourself - into a somber mood. A wedding is a time to celebrate life and a future filled with promise.
 

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