Memorial Website, Online Memorials, Virtual Memorials by RiverofMemories.com: Example of Online Memorial ================================================================================ RiverMan on 27 October, 2009 06:41:00 Please see below an example of an online Memorial A Memorial Website: Keeping the Memories Alive ================================================================================ Beconrad on 28 May, 2009 08:03:00 The loss of a loved one is always difficult. Whether it is a family member, mentor, or close friend, saying goodbye can seem almost impossible, especially when you know that he or she will always be close to your heart. After the initial grieving, how do you keep the connection alive, so that the memories you and others have shared with this person remain strong? Why let the memories and experiences fade, when you can keep them alive through the eternal portal available through the World Wide Web? What Makes Up a Memorial Website? ================================================================================ Beconrad on 21 May, 2009 07:59:00 The contents of a memorial website are limited only the imagination of the family members putting it together. Each memorial website should be a personal tribute to the life of the loved one, and no two memorials will be the same. Some memorial websites will be quote somber in tone and presentation, providing a place of solace and quiet reflection to all who visit. Other memorial websites will be virtual celebrations – happy meeting places where family members can gather to celebrate a wonderful life and the wonderful person who lived it to its fullest. Why Should I Create a Memorial Website? ================================================================================ Beconrad on 18 May, 2009 07:54:00 Creating a memorial website serves a number of important purposes, and the creation of a virtual memorial can be an important step in the healing process. Just consider some of the many advantages families can enjoy when they set up a memorial website to honor a loved one. What is a Memorial Website? ================================================================================ Beconrad on 15 May, 2009 07:52:00 A memorial website, also known as a virtual memorial, can take many forms. Sometimes a memorial website will be a simple affair, consisting of a few cherished family photographs as well as a biography of the deceased. These simple memorial websites can be seen as a sort of online obituary, providing important information about the lost loved one and helping family members to cope with their loss. Provide a Lasting Tribute with a Memorial Website ================================================================================ Beconrad on 15 May, 2009 07:47:00 The death of a loved one is the most traumatic experience most of us will ever go through. That loss can haunt us for many years, and the memory of that loved one will always remain. For many people, that lasting loss demands an equally long lasting tribute – a tribute much more meaningful than a simple obituary in the local newspaper or mention at the local church. Obituary Writing Template and Sample Obituary ================================================================================ RiverMan on 30 April, 2009 05:54:00 Obituary Writing Template and Sample Obituary Creating a Lasting Memorial ================================================================================ RiverMAn on 30 April, 2009 05:46:00 Before you begin creating the memorial, take a few moments and consider your goals and how mourners typically view obituaries. While an obituary is published in a newspaper for a day or two, many mourners clip the obituary, saving it for posterity. These clippings yellow with age, but are cherished nonetheless. Consider the longevity of the memorial that you are about to create. During the first few days, the memorial will receive many visits with visits tapering off as time goes by. Now remember those yellow clippings. Mourners will want to return many times over, perhaps each year on the anniversary of your loved one’s death. With this in mind, create a lasting memorial. by Celeste Stewart Honor Your Dearly Departed with a Tasteful Memorial Website ================================================================================ RiverMan on 30 April, 2009 05:35:00 The death of a loved one brings with it the responsibility of honoring your beloved and allowing others to do the same. While the grief and shock of losing a loved one have yet to subside, the “business of death” must be attended to; funeral arrangements must be made, an obituary written, and paperwork filed. The days immediately following a death are a blur with little room to truly honor the river of memories that are flowing just below the surface. However, creating a virtual memorial can soothe your soul and allow you – and others – to pay tribute to your cherished family member or friend. 10 Easy Steps to Writing an Obituary ================================================================================ RiverMan on 24 April, 2009 07:22:00 Writing an obituary is not an easy task to do, especially when you’re also dealing with the emotional stress of a recent passing, funeral arrangements, and all the other things that must be dealt with during this time of grief. The last thing on a persons mind is writing something that properly tells of their loved ones life and accomplishments. The obituary becomes almost overwhelming to write and often ends up as a death notice, meaning that the opportunity to give proper significance to the loved one’s life can be lost. The writing of an obituary doesn’t have to be complicated and stress filled. With a little thought and some pre-planning, writing a good obituary can be as easy as following these ten steps.