How to Represent a Deceased Parent in a Wedding Ceremony
Tip #1 - A Memory Candle
Memory candles can be a great way to remember your deceased parent on your wedding day. This candle can be placed on the alter, it can be placed on a special memory table or it can be used as a part of the candle lighting ceremony. Memory candles can be designed with a picture of your deceased parent on the candle or it can simply have their name on the candle or it can be just a plain colored candle that is lit in their memory at the beginning of your marriage ceremony.
Tip #2 - Wear Their Wedding Ring
If you have your deceased mother's wedding ring then you can wear this ring on your wedding day. This will help keep her memory close to your heart as you take this important step in your life. If you don't want to wear the ring on your finger you can also wear in on a chain that hangs around your neck or you can sew it into the hem of your wedding dress.
Tip #3 - Readings
Readings can also be done at the wedding ceremony in order to honor the memory of your deceased parent's memory. The reading can your parent's favorite poem, prayer or saying, or it can be an original composition that you have written in their honor. The reading can also be one of your favorite memories of your parent or a simple statement about the importance of remember your parent on your wedding day.
Tip #4 - Photo Collage
A family photo collage can also be created in order to have the memory of your deceased parent at your wedding. This photo collage can be brought to your wedding venue, or it can be set up at your wedding reception venue. If you want to have your deceased parent with you as you walk up the aisle then you can also carry a picture of them with you in a locket or you can add their photo to your wedding bouquet.
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Post a CommentThese are lovely ideas.
How thoughtful to post this item, I attended my friends wedding two weeks after her mother died suddenly and it was so tearful and sad, it broke your heart.