When a loved one passes away, there are so many urgent and necessary tasks to complete that the funeral schedule might quickly slip your mind. And that makes complete sense! It's hard to keep up with it all, especially if you're still reeling after a recent loss. Even if you don't know where to begin or don't have much time to prepare for your loved one's funeral program, the checklist below is a helpful tool. You can use a custom memorial bookmark or wallet card as a keepsake.

 

Things to Include in a Funeral Program:

You can create a simple yet impactful funeral program that supports your memorial ceremony and honors your loved one by including the key components listed below.

 

  1. Title for service

The title can be as simple as In Loving Memory or Memorial Service. If the service has a specific tone, the title will help set the expectation for guests— such as Into God's Loving Arms or Joyful Celebration of Life.

 

  1. Full name

Make sure you include your loved one's full name. And you can consist of a maiden name if that is important to the person.

 

  1. Photo

Most memorial or funeral service programs include at least one photo of the departed, usually a close-up or a portrait.

  1. Important dates

Be sure to mention the date of birth and the deceased's passing date.

 

  1. Brief biography

A brief obituary is not precisely required for a funeral program, but it can be an excellent way to honor your loved one's life. List critical facts such as children, marriage, hobbies, passions, religious beliefs, professional endeavors, and surviving relatives.

 

  1. Funeral details

To inform your guests, make sure to include the funeral details like date, time, and location of service.

 

  1. Order of service

It's up to you how specific you want to be with the order of service. The general charge of the service, together with the names of any officiants, speakers, pallbearers, or other significant participants, will typically be included in memorial service programs.

 

  1. Thank You

It is common to include a brief note of gratitude from the family, frequently on the back cover at the bottom of the last page, especially for more considerable memorial services with plenty of visitors in attendance.

 

Sum It Up

If you are not sure how to design your loved one funeral program, Custom Memorial Programs offers tri-fold and bi-fold funeral program templates. You can customize the font, photos, color, and more. Visit their website to explore their collection of program templates.