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Funerals: The Necessity of Saying Goodbye

November 7, 2022 • Teri Vila-Caballero

Funeral Home North Miami Beach, FL

Saying goodbye to our loved ones is the last act of love and mercy for the deceased, but it’s also an important ritual. It’s the last chance we have to pay our respects, to say how much the deceased meant to us, to express our gratitude for all they’ve done in their life. Funeral homes North Miami Beach, FL, make that process easier with services that honor the life and personality of your departed loved one. Moreover, they help create a meaningful experience for everyone who attends. Our guide will help you understand how to get yourself in the right frame of mind and what steps to take after your loved one has passed away.

Plan a funeral as a family.

Planning a funeral as a family can help you heal from the loss. The process will bring everyone closer together because it isn’t just about saying goodbye; it’s also about remembering good times as well as looking at things from a different perspective. You will be able to see each other in an entirely new light without forgetting that you still love one another.

In planning a funeral for someone you loved dearly, you will gain a new appreciation for life and how much time we take for granted. Planning a funeral allows family members the opportunity to share their memories and appreciate the gift of life itself.

Allow for the expression of grief.

The death of a loved one is a momentous occasion that is shared by every person close to them. The passing away of someone we love should never be trivialized, and as such, there should never be a set time frame to grieve. Many elements go into grieving, but among them is the need to say goodbye.

There are no right or wrong ways to grieve. It’s only crucial that we allow ourselves and others the opportunity to deal with the pain appropriately and individually.

Create a memory book.

The memory book is a collection of photographs and stories that let us look back on our loved one’s life and share the details with those who didn’t know them as well. These books are a tangible symbol of our love for the people in our lives. Its purpose is to let mourners remember the deceased and help them cope with their grief by providing an outlet for their sadness and celebrating the life they lived.

 

Emphasize the “celebration” aspect of the service.

When we think of funerals, we tend to envision a somber affair. It’s understandable; the occasion is an organization of feelings surrounding the death of someone close to us. And though saying goodbye is an essential part of funerals, there’s another crucial element that often gets left out: celebrating the life of the person who has died.Funeral Home North Miami Beach, FL (2)

Imagine the perfect goodbye.

Lastly, your loved ones deserve a proper goodbye. If nothing else, remember that they deserve to be able to say goodbye to each other in the best way possible: with respect and dignity. There’s no denying that funeral homes North Miami Beach, FL, are expensive, but think of them as an investment in the memory of your loved ones. Now is when you can show them how much they meant to you.

Teri Vila-Caballero

Teri Vila-Caballero

Teri Vila-Caballero is the Pre Need Director at Ferdinand Funeral Homes & Crematory. She joined the team in 2012 to fulfill her calling to serve our community.

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