What happens at a celebration of life memorial

The memorial ceremony can be tailored to suit you. The ceremony can include:

• welcome and introductions
• brief outline of the ceremony
• eulogy – this can be delivered by friends and family or by the celebrant
• readings and poems – these can be delivered by friends and family or by the celebrant
• music
• sharing of memories
• time for reflection
• farewell and close.

If you would like to scatter ashes as part of the ceremony, speak to your venue in advance for any permissions which might be required.

Where can I hold a celebration of life memorial?

You can decide on the best venue for your celebration of life memorial. This could be at your home or garden, a hotel, village hall, or another special non-religious setting.

If you’re hiring a venue for your ceremony, this must be booked and paid for separately.

How will Hampshire Ceremonies support me?

As part of your booking, you will also receive support from our ceremonies team. This will include:

• a 30 minute meeting to discuss the ceremony with your celebrant, either face to face in your nearest office, or via telephone, Teams or Zoom call
• email and telephone correspondence throughout the planning process
• assistance with eulogy writing.