When we love someone and they pass, we want to celebrate who they were and their life fully. Events by Jennie specializes in creating custom Memorial events that focus on the life that was lived so you can celebrate the way you remember them. You want to have a beautiful tribute that really highlights the life of your loved one by tailoring to their likes and personality.
Events By Jennie assists in planning a celebration event. Instead of worrying about all the plans and day-of logistics, you will experience a wonderful celebration honoring the tremendous life of your loved one. Spend this time by being surrounded by your friends and family, not worrying about what time the caterer is getting there.
Let us guide you through your journey. We truly believe in celebrating life, honoring lives lived, and creating a beautiful event. Celebration of Life events are one of the best ways to shed light and love during a difficult time.
We are here to help. Whether you choose a big energetic celebration or an intimate service, the options are endless. We will help you choose all the vendors and venues and memorable details. Each service is personalized to create the celebration you envision.
What is a Celebration of Life?
A celebration of life ceremony celebrates the life of the dearly departed. Unlike funerals, the focus of the ceremony is on the life that was lived and less on mourning of one’s death.
When can the celebration be held?
A celebration of life ceremony can be held anytime. It can take place on the anniversary of one’s passing or birthday. Funerals usually take place within a few days of a death, whereas a Celebration of Life can occur anytime. Which allows time for out-of-town guests to arrive and time for planning. Typically, I have found that it is 2-4 weeks after their passing.
What are the differences between a Celebration of Life and Funeral Service?
Funeral Services and Celebrations of Life each involve a ceremony where people gather to share a common loss. However, there are a few distinctions to be made:
Funeral Services:
- Unlike Celebrations of Life, funeral services are more rooted in traditions and typically have a more somber feeling.
- Funeral ceremonies typically take place within one week after the loved one has passed.
- Funeral Services have the body of the deceased at the service.
- Funerals are commonly held in a funeral home or church and relatively soon after someone’s passing.
Celebration of Life:
- Celebrations of Life are more concerned with telling a story and celebrating the life that was lived. There is more room to be creative with this type of memorial.
- There is much more time to plan the event.
- Memorials can take place any time. This allows you to make better decisions about how you would like to celebrate the life of a loved one and allow time for people who live great distances to join in the remembrance.
- Memorials can take place at any location of your choosing.
Our services typically include:
- Budget planning
- Venue Contracting
- Determine Vendors Needed for Memorial – Flowers, Caterer, Linens, Invitations, Music etc
- Book & manage all vendors throughout the entire planning process
- Building list of Family and Friends to Invite
- Sending Out Invitation on Your Behalf for RSVP
- Assist with programs and take-home items
- Planning the Service with full timeline of events
- Organize & orchestrate the Celebration of Life the day of- setting up, and breakdown so you can show up and be in the moment.
We charge a flat fee based on the needs you have for the event. A proposal for services will be provided after the initial free consultation to discuss your event.