Families I serve are constantly at odds about proper or fitting memorial tributes for their loved ones. It's easy for one to become overwhelmed with the busyness of life in general, especially after losing someone they cared for. There's certainly at least one constant...when planning a memorial service, you can't mess up. Always be mindful of events or accomplishments in the life of the deceased. Additionally, there may have been a special place (public park, etc.) that may provide the family or their guests needed solace. Often, families don't realize that memorial services don't have to be held at the funeral home, or their church. In more and more cases, …

