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What Makes a Good Memorial Service?

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At some point in our lives, we’ve all been to some type of memorial service, whether it was more casual or a formal affair, chances are, some stick out in your mind more than others. So what exactly makes a good service? Usually, the most memorable services include personal touches, are meaningful, and uplifting. Here are some ideas from lovetoknow .  Having a themed service that represents your loved one. If your loved one was known for always wearing a certain type of outfit or pattern, you can request that guests, or those planning to speak, wear similar looks. This can make the service feel extra special and sweet. It may even add a smile to some faces if your loved one was known for wearing funky or interesting patterns or colors, sports jerseys, or certain hats and accessories. Instead of opting for a more traditional image in the program or up on stage, you can select a funny or silly picture of your loved one. If they had a great sense of humor, this may be an appropriate ...

Memorial Gift Ideas

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 When a loved one is faced with grief, a memorial gift can guide them to have some peace of mind. It can leave them with happy memories and something to honor who they lost. Losing someone you love is never easy, but with the help of good friends and some time, they can make the process a little less lonely. Finding the right gift can be challenging, especially when one gift can’t truly signify your love or the impact they made on your life or earth. Read below to learn about some thoughtful gift memorial gifts to help your loved one’s pain.  5 Thoughtful Memorial Gifts  Personalized Pictures: A picture is worth a thousand words. A photo of your loved one in an elegant frame with sentimental words can be meaningful. It might be hard for them to print out an image or even choose one to put in the frame, so taking this step can be helpful for the healing process.  Memorial Trees & Gardens: Combining nature with a memorial is a peaceful way to connect your loved one...

Our Story

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  When you choose Trinity Memorial Gardens, you get not only a beautiful service and funeral to celebrate the life of your loved one, but also a healing experience to help you grieve. The people behind Trinity Memorial Gardens are committed to helping you find closure during your time of need by supporting you emotionally and through the planning process of a funeral. As important as it is for us to get to know you to help you plan a unique and personal service to commemorate your loved one, we think it is just as important for you to get to know us and our story.   Established years ago, Trinity Memorial Gardens opened its doors as an independently owned funeral home, chapel, and cemetery. As the years went on and the business began to grow, we have expanded our services to now offer crematory services, and have continued to grow with the ever-changing world. Through our dedicated, thoughtful, and professional staff, we offer all the support you need during your loss, w...

Frequently Asked Cemetery Questions

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If you’ve never spent much time around cemeteries, you might not know much about the ins and outs of how they work. If you’re planning a loved one’s funeral, or pre-planning your own, it’s a good idea to get familiar with these designated places of burial. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about cemeteries and burials:  What’s the difference between a cemetery and a memorial park? A cemetery is a traditional burial ground that’s been around for centuries . A wide variety of grave markers may be used, in all shapes and sizes. You’ll know you’re driving by a cemetery as the many headstones stand out. Many cemeteries have graves dating back to previous centuries and offer insight into local history. A memorial park is a newer type of burial ground that began growing in popularity in the mid-20th century. It’s intended to look like a tranquil park, with plenty of trees, gardens, and walking paths. Grave markers are flat and flush to the ground. Can I purchase a larg...

Types of Funeral Services

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Experiencing the loss of a family member or friend can be hard and very painful. While you are grieving, planning a funeral on a budget that honors your loved one can seem like a huge burden on your shoulders. Lucky for you, many funeral homes like Trinity Memorial Gardens will honor your loved one by providing several types of services, including the planning of many logistic details, so that you can focus on time with your family and friends, instead of the planning of a funeral.  Before you let a funeral home take the reins of your loved one’s funeral, you should know what type of funeral service you would like so that a funeral home can prepare the body and the service properly. Trinity Memorial Gardens offers a variety of different services, including:  Burials There are 3 types of burial services: graveside funeral services, committal services, and immediate burials. Graveside services allow you to choose where the grave/service will be, and you can work with the funera...

How to Write an Obituary

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When you lose someone you love it’s hard just to cope with daily living tasks, let alone writing an obituary. As hard as it is to think about, writing, an obituary is a sentiment and high overview of your loved one’s life. There’s nothing quite as moving as a well-written obituary that captures the essence of someone’s life and honors them. Often an obituary is something that serves as a keepsake for generations to come to mark a life lost. So if you’re tasked with writing one how do you go about starting? Here are some tips, according to Better by TODAY .  Jot down the key facts first Even the most sensational obituaries should include key details about the person’s life and death. First, you’ll want to include the person’s name, birthplace, age, date of death, location and cause of death (optional). From there, Shain says you should go on to include other biographical staples such as “whether they got married, had kids, [details of] their careers and retirement.” You’ll also w...

Why Should I Pre-Arrange My Funeral?

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Thinking about the end of your life can be an uncomfortable thought that you quickly push away to the back of your mind. However, putting a plan in place is actually a smart and caring thing to do. Take a look at how pre-arranging your funeral can not only benefit you but also your loved ones.  You Get to Choose How You Are Remembered  Pre-arranging your funeral gives you the ability to choose how you want to be remembered. You simply write your wishes down on a piece of paper so that your family knows exactly how you want your life to be celebrated and remembered. Did you have a long military career? Was there an organization that you were highly active in? When you pre-arrange your funeral, you get to choose what type of service you would like, as well as where you would like donations to go.  Easier on Loved Ones Will your loved ones be able to handle the responsibility of everything that is to come once you pass? There are many details that your loved ones will have t...