Legacy Creative Guide
Honor a Friendship
Remember a Loved One
Create a Legacy
Eight Main Areas of Life
Personalizing a Memory
Work
Events
Character
Social / Civic
Faith &
Beliefs
Accomplishments
Heritage
Memorials can serve as historical record. However, they can provide so
much more. Memorials can tell the story of life. A persons treasured
memories, celebrated moments and passion for life can personalize their
memorial. You can express the gift of their life through symbolism,
written word and design. Technology today offers many more options
at no additional cost.
Hobbies
Your First Step is Reflection
How we live and love is what matters most in life. We want to make
sure you understand your memorial options. You control the creative
process and determine what memories you want to express and the story
you want to tell. This creative process can be very simple and meaningful.
The “Legacy Creative Guide” is designed to help you reflect and
remember all eight aspects of life and discover what is most important.
Focus in on the gifts and memories you want to express. Your Authorized
Memorial Counselor will then guide you through the collaborative process
of creating a meaningful memorial.
Vital Information
Cemetery Information
Given Name_______________________________
Cemetery___________________
Date of Birth_______________________________
Section_____________________
Date of Death______________________________
Block/Lot___________________
Spouse Given Name_________________________
Contact Person_______________
Date of Birth_______________________________
Phone______________________
Date of Death______________________________
Regulations
Are upright memorials allowed?
Wedding Date______________________________
Children's Names___________________________
_________________________________________
Yes
No
Are there size restrictions?
Yes
No
What is the correct name position?
Man Left / Woman Right
Woman Left / Man Right
Faith
and
Beliefs
Events
and
Occasions
Faith is the central foundation to most peoples lives. Faith
can provide core principals, values and the key belief that
our loved ones are in a better place. Faith can provide the
strength and understanding of grief and loss. You have the
option to express faith on the memorial through the use of
symbols or creative writing.
Symbols
Our Father, who art in heaven,
hallowed be thy name.
Thy kingdom come,
thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread.
And forgive us our trespasses,
as we forgive those who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory,
forever. Amen.
Symbols
Creative Writing
Jonathon M.
WED
MAY 16
1958
Born Feb. 16, 1958
Heaven Jan. 1, 2008
Our work in life can be very rewarding and important. Our
work can often define us and our contribution to our family
and others. Expressing the story of work is usually done
easiest through the use of symbols.
Symbols
Accomplishments
Footprints
in the sand
One night I had a dream. I was
walking along the beach with the
Lord; and across the skies flashed
scenes from my life. In each scene
I noticed two sets of footprints in the
sand. One was mine, and one was the
Lord's. When the last scene of my life
appeared before me, I looked back at the
footprints in the sand, and, to my surprise,
I noticed that many times along the path
of my life there was only one set of footprints. And I noticed that it was at
the lowest and saddest times in my
life. I asked the Lord about it:
"Lord, you said that once I
decided to follow you, you
would walk with me all
the way. But I notice
that during the most
troublesome times in
my life there is only one
set of footprints. I don't
understand why you
left my side when I
needed you most." The
Lord said: "My precious
child, I never left you
during your time of
trial. Where you see
only one set of footprints, I was carrying you."
You can express the most treasured and memorable moments
on the memorial. The special times, such as a wedding
anniversary, help express your story and journey in life.
M AR R I ED
M A Y 16 , 1958
Work
Creative Writing
THE LORD'S PRAYER
Creative Writing
Our goals and dreams provide meaning and purpose in
life. Proud accomplishments are most often expressed
best in a written form.
Symbols
Creative Writing
S T AT E CH A M P I O N 1999
ORDAINED FEB. 12, 1988
Character
and
Traits
Memories of our loved ones are a gift and an inspiration
to us. Their personality and character make them unique
and special. Expressing our loved ones personality
requires creativity; you could take a line from their
favorite song, a favorite expression, quote from scripture
or a personal hand written poem.
Symbols
Creative Writing
Generous of Heart & Spirit
Kind, Gentle, Loving
Our family heritage tells the story of our history and
where we came from. Your families heritage can be
expressed through genealogy or ethnic symbolism.
One of the most common ways to express genealogy
is having the children’s names included on the memorial.
Symbols
Irish Eyes are Smiling
Family Heritage
Social
and
Civic
Contributions
Interests
and
Hobbies
Creative Writing
Kind, Gentle, Loving
Our contribution to the communities play an important
role in improving the lives of others. Serving others
through local organizations, churches and charities make
the world a better place. For some service to our country
was their greatest honor.
Symbols
Creative Writing
M A Y O R 1990 - 1998
VETERAN KOREA
Our interests and hobbies provide passion and excitement
in our lives. Most interests and hobbies can be expressed
creatively through symbols. Hunting, fishing, golf, music,
baseball are just a few hobbies that bring great joy in life.
Symbols
Creative Writing
Golfing with the Lord
Gone Fishing
Idea Area, Reflections, Sketches and Notes
Please use the below area as your canvas. Feel free to write yourself important notes or any
creative ideas. You are even welcome to sketch. The most important point is that this “Legacy
Creative Guide” is a tool to help you remember and reflect. We want to make sure you don’t
forget something important. The process should be rewarding and meaningful. Also, begin to
think about color, taste, shape, and style. For example: Red might be a favorite color and a
granite color to choose for the memorial, or you would like a bench part of the design, or
statue, or vases, etc...