Memories - How Will You Be Remembered?
Everyone would like to be remembered fondly. Here we provide some suggestions and links to help you plan your funeral or memorial and frame how others will remember you. The Inspired Funeral and Lantern each provide extensive death planning and funeral resources. The Inspired Funeral’s resources are free. Lantern is a a Public Benefit Corporation and their full services require an annual subscription, but they provide a lot of free information as well.
Those wanting to leave a lasting legacy should consider organ or full body donation. You can specify either in an advance directive and most driver’s licenses include an organ donation option. Be aware that organ donation is only feasible for those dying in a hospital (time is of the essence). Donating your body to science is an option for those dying at home but is best planned in advance. You can select the medical institution to which you want to donate your body, and many institutions will cover donation related expenses including transportation, cremation and return of remains. MEDCURE offers detailed information and assistance for those considering body donation.
Write Your Own Obituary
Not all of us are famous with a well-documented life. Make things easy for your family and/or friends and frame how you will be remembered by drafting your own obituary and filing a copy with your Will. Click the image above for some helpful guidance and links.
Leave Nothing Unsaid
We often regret things left unsaid. We cannot generally predict our end but we can take steps to convey our feelings and console family and friends after we are gone. Click the image above for some ideas and helpful links.
Plan Your Memorial/Funeral
How do you want to go out? Gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompson had his ashes fired from a cannon accompanied by fireworks and rock music. Make your funeral or memorial services special. Click the image above for ideas and helpful links