What can be included in a "life story" during services?

The inclusion of significant life milestones, achievements, and personal anecdotes in a "life story" during services allows for a meaningful celebration of the deceased's life. This narrative aspect provides attendees with a connection to the individual by highlighting their unique experiences, contributions, and personality. Sharing these elements fosters remembrance and can create a more personal and emotional atmosphere during the service, enabling family and friends to reflect on cherished memories and the impact the deceased had on their lives.

In contrast, financial details of the deceased, legal disputes, or lists of funeral service providers do not serve the purpose of honoring the individual’s life story. Such information tends to be more practical or administrative rather than personal and reflective. It does not contribute to the emotional narrative that a life story aims to present and may detract from the celebratory nature of the service.