Funeral Flowers – What Should You Send?
Funeral flowers are one of the many elaborate burial customs that have been woven together over thousands of years. Customs vary by culture and religion. Below is a general guide to funeral flower customs for much of the U.S. based on your relationship with the deceased. Note that in some religions such as Muslim, Hindu and Judaism flowers are not appropriate. If you are not certain of which customs to follow, contact the family for advice.
If the deceased is your immediate family, larger funeral flower arrangements are appropriate. Casket sprays for example, are available in two types, a lid spray and a foot spray. A lid spray covers most of the length of the casket while a foot spray covers only have the casket. The foot spray is used for a half-open casket service.
Other larger funeral flower arrangements include those designed for an easel, such as wreaths, hearts or crosses. Traditional colors include all white and pastels. The colors however don’t have to be somber. Colors like pink, yellow and lavender for example can pay tribute to the life that was lived.
Larger funeral arrangements may be appropriate if you are a close friend. Funeral flowers designed for easels, baskets and containers are always options. An elegant design hand-arranged is a thoughtful way to express sympathy and honor the life of the deceased.
If you cannot attend the funeral service, there are a number of ways to express your sympathy. An elegant basket or a vase of flowers, or a basket of food, fruit or a gourmet basket sent to the home is appropriate. These items express your sympathy and condolences to the bereaved family.
Coworkers typically send funeral flowers as a group. A spray arranged on an easel or a funeral basket might be an appropriate gift. A note or care is appropriate if a sympathy gift is sent to the home. Other options include a basket of flowers, a plant or a dish garden.
Funeral flowers honor the life of the deceased and offer renewed hope. They also offer the bereaved family condolences and sympathy. They illustrate the cycle of life and offer a reminder of friendships and the emotional support available.
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