Have you planned and prepared for the dying process? Well, I was inspired from these amazing professionals from the Minnesota Death Collaborative during our first annual conference.
We learned how to prepare legally, emotionally, and even how to shroud a body (and that it's okay for family members to be a part of that!)
This Celebration of Life service was, dare I say, epic? There were puppies to hold, a race car, tattoos, a wall of patents, and a life-sized cut out of the deceased. So many details went into the celebration of a wonderful husband, father, and friend to all.
I left the funeral of this wonderful lady with an increased desire to love, serve, and appreciate the beauty of life.
Twin Cities Funeral Photography
This was such a special celebration of a dear man who loved his family so much.
This was a beautiful tribute to a remarkable man who meant so much to his family and friends.
“Through tears and trials, through fears and sorrows, through the heartache and loneliness of losing loved ones, there is assurance that life is everlasting. Our Lord and Savior is the living witness that such is so.” Thomas S. Monson
This sweet boy brought and continues to bring joy to his family and many others. He is forever in our hearts.
https://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2023/10/15/23901268/how-one-latter-day-saint-chaplain-family-found-comfort-hope-after-son-tragic-death
It was a heartbreaking, yet beautiful service for this greatly loved father, husband, son, brother, and friend.
"Love is intended to last longer than time, to span the veil of death, and continue everlastingly." ~ Robert L. Millet
So honored to be a part of the funeral service for this sweet girl.
Honored to be a part the funeral service for this sweet girl.
Until we meet again.
This close knit motorcycle community came out for one final ride in support of their friend. I truly felt honored to be a part of it.
As with many things in life, my mom and dad are my inspiration. It was at their recent funerals that my idea began.
For both occasions, my sisters and I worked very hard to ensure that the day was uplifting for everyone. Even though we were experiencing intense sadness, their funerals were truly a celebration of beautiful lives that meant so much to us and to other people.
Because I am a photographer, I tried to take my own pictures, but was too busy talking with people or taking care of other matters. I really wish we would have had someone there who could have photographed all of the gorgeous flowers, the food presentation and centerpieces that were lovingly put together, the memory table display we made, and the funeral service itself because my sisters and I spoke, and all the grandchildren sang a beautiful song. Most importantly, I wanted to have pictures of our beloved relatives and friends who came to support us. I wish I had an album that I could look at and smile as I saw pictures of their final celebrations.
This is the service that I now want to provide for other families.
My parents on their wedding day in 1964
Photo credit: Jules Alexander
I had the sweetest experience of photographing a service at Ft. Snelling.
Now my dad was a Marine, and so I grew up with somewhat of an appreciation for the military, but attending the service of Mr. Bradford changed me for the better. I truly wish I could have thanked him for his service. I saw all of the volunteer veterans, and I sensed their honor and responsibility to him. I talked with several of the staff and learned how well they take care of the grounds and individual headstones. I felt the love of my country and for those who serve and protect it in a way that I, sadly, haven't felt in a while.
Most interesting all, I gained a new understanding of my own dad, and felt he would have chuckled and been proud as I swapped his old stories with other veterans (one of his favorite things to do) ❤️🇺🇸
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