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The funeral may be over, but the love, memories, and legacy of someone special continue. MyMemorial gives families a permanent online place to return to, not only when announcing a passing, but also on the anniversaries and special moments when we remember the people we love. Remember Them, Year After Year A memorial is more than...

Have you ever noticed how many families can barely remember relatives who passed away just 10 or 20 years ago? A grandparent’s stories disappear. An uncle’s achievements are forgotten. A family photograph loses its names. Before long, an entire generation fades from memory. For many African families, our history has been passed down largely through...

To write a meaningful eulogy, gather your favorite memories, choose two or three core themes, and draft a 3- to 5-minute speech (about 500 to 750 words). Keep the tone conversational, use specific anecdotes, and don’t be afraid to share a lighthearted, appropriate story to celebrate their personality. Step 1: Brainstorm and Gather Stories Talk...

One of the most painful things to witness is a person taking their final breaths while searching the room for the faces they love most. Doctors, nurses, and caregivers often speak of how people, even in their weakest moments, still look for their children, spouses, siblings, or closest friends before they let go. Yet many...