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Custom Memorial Service Ideas

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A memorial service is one of the most important things you will ever plan.  I design memorial service invitations and find it to be very rewarding.  I want the invitations to be a beautiful tribute to your loved one.  In this list, I have included not only invitations but other great ideas for a memorial service such as custom guest books, share a memory cards and custom candles.  I know first hand how important a memorial service is and hope some of these ideas will be helpful to you.  Please note:  I am part of the ambassador program and earn an affiliate income if you click on any of these links and purchase products.
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Memorial Service Invitations

Here are some of my favorite memorial service invitations I have designed over the years.  I create my designs from photos I have taken of places I have been or flowers I have grown and some designs are simply created from my imagination. 

 
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This is one of my all time favorite designs.  I believe it captures classic elegance.
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This is another favorite of mine because I love a beautiful sunset.  I captured this one while on vacation with my family.I
Memorial Service Announcement Invitation -- Sunset
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I love to grow flowers and I have a fondness for orchids.  I love how they keep blooming for months.  This flower was one I nurtured for months.
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I saw this gorgeous lake scene when I was driving around in my car.  I just had to stop and take a photo of this breathtaking lake.
Memorial Service Lake Announcement Invitation
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I think the most comforting symbols in religion are the cross and a dove.
Memorial Service Christian Invitation Announcement
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I love the look of this white lily on black.  I found this flower all alone in a field while on vacation.
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This breathtaking mountain scene was captured in the Blue Ridge Mountains.  Such a beautiful serene setting.
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I love the smell of a gardenia.  I grew this one in my own yard.
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I love this invite because candles elicit a feeling of calm and peacefulness.
Memorial Service Candle Invitation Announcement
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This beach was so stunning I just had to photograph it.  A beach without beachgoers is so peaceful and inviting.
Ocean with Photo Memorial Service Invitations
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I was immediately drawn to this stream when I saw it while on vacation.  It was a stop the car moment.
Memorial Service Announcement Invitation Forest
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I love this photo up in the clouds because it is so unique.  Adding your loved one's photo just adds such a lovely touch.
Memorial Service Invitation Photo in Clouds
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I love roses.  A white rose on black is such a beautiful look.
Memorial Service Beautiful Rose Invitation
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I love the white overlay on top of the beach.  It adds such an ethereal look to this invite.
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I love the soft look of these hydrangeas.
Hydrangea Memorial Service Invitation
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Memorial Service Guest Books

I also enjoy creating memorial service guest books.  I have created a list of my favorites.  I personally take my guest books out and look at them so I can remember who was at the memorial service.  Guest books are what I consider to be a very special keepsake for future generations as well.

 
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I really like this black and gold guest book because when you look at it, you are instantly drawn to your loved one's photo against the black background.
Photo Memorial or Funeral Guest Book
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I like this design because your loved one's photo is the center of attention; and their love for the beach also has a prominent role behind their photo.
Photo on Beach Memorial or Funeral Guest Book
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This guest book is one of my favorites because of the classic elegant look of white orchids on black.
White Orchids Memorial or Funeral Guest Book
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Simple elegance comes to mind when I look at this white lily on black guest book.  A white flower on black is just stunning!
Calla Lily Memorial or Funeral Guest Book
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I love this design because your loved one is the first thing you see when you look at the guest book.  The clouds in the background bring about a feeling of peace and tranquility.
Clouds Photo Memorial or Funeral Guest Book
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This guest book is a favorite because of the peaceful mountain scene.
Mountains Memorial or Funeral Guest Book
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This beautiful sunset over water guest book is a favorite because it seems so peaceful and powerful at the same time.
Sunset over Water Funeral or Memorial Guest Book
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I love this guest book because of its classic and elegant design.  I also love the personalization.
Elegant Memorial or Funeral Guest Book
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I love this design because it is a cost effective alternative to those expensive guest books.
Memorial or Funeral Guest Book Notebook
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This design is a favorite because it is an actual binder.  You can add your loved one's photo on the front and then place whatever content you would like inside the binder.
Memorial Remembrance Books - Personalized Binder
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These sheets can be added to a binder to create your own memorial guest book.  I love this idea because it gives you more flexibility than a traditional guest book.
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Share a Memory Cards

Share a memory cards are a great addition to a memorial service.  Allowing guests to share fond memories enables the memories to live on.  

 
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This “Love lives on forever” share a memory card allows your guests to share a memory and then sign the card.
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This beach share a memory card features a lovely faded out beach background for your guests to share their memory on.  This makes a great design, if your loved one enjoyed the beach.
Beach Funeral Attendance Share a Memory Card
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Custom Memorial Candles

A memorial candle can add a beautiful touch to a memorial service.

 
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I love this candle because it includes both a cross and a dove.  These can be very comforting symbols when someone passes away.
Memorial Service Christian 3 x 6 Pillar Candle
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I love this candle because you can customize it with a photo and it says, “In Loving Memory.”
Memorial Service Black with Photo 3 x 6 Flame Pillar Candle
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