Celebration of Life Planner

Create a Meaningful Memorial — Even If You Don’t Know Where to Start

You don’t need a plan yet — just a place to begin.

Start planning today with peace, not pressure

Feel Supported Every Step of the Way

This planner is designed to help you think clearly during an emotional time —
without rushing decisions or following rigid rules.

📝 What this planner helps you do:

  • Understand the basic building blocks most services include
  • Decide what matters most to you and your family
  • Prepare for conversations with a funeral director (or plan independently)
  • Create a meaningful moment of remembrance — even in a simple service
  • Reduce decision fatigue during grief

Not Just a Planner — A Gentle Companion in a Hard Moment

Planning a memorial is never easy, especially when you’re grieving.

This isn’t a checklist telling you what should happen.

It’s a guide that helps you decide what feels right — one small step at a time.

Designed with compassion

Created by someone who’s walked this path — every page is gentle, practical, and grief-aware.

Helps you involve others

Share the planning load — assign roles, gather support, and let others help when you’re ready

Covers what matters most

From tone and music to guest lists and memory tables — guided every step of the way.

Ready when you are

Download instantly. Print and start now — or when the moment feels right.

What Most Memorials Include

What most services include:

  • A moment to remember the person
  • A simple order of events (welcome → remembrance → closing)
  • Words or stories shared aloud or written
  • A way for guests to participate or reflect

What’s optional:

  • A formal funeral director
  • Religious or spiritual structure
  • A formal venue
  • A specific format or length

If you only do one thing…

You don’t have to be a professional — or have it all figured out.
This planner gently walks you through the entire process so you can focus on what truly matters: honoring their life with love and intention.

Need Inspiration? Get DIY Celebration if Life Ideas

01

Remember the Person

Gather stories, memories, and what mattered most to them

02

Shape the Moments

Decide how you’d like those memories reflected — readings, music, sharing, or quiet reflection.

03

Build From There

Add structure only if and when you’re ready.

These pages are designed to be used slowly — you don’t need to complete everything. Many families only use a few pages –
and that’s enough.

Take a Look Inside the Celebration of Life Planner

Every page is thoughtfully designed to guide you — with space to reflect, organize, and plan with clarity and care.

Vision Board
Set the emotional tone and define what you want the ceremony to feel like.

Order of Service
Organize speakers, timing, and ceremonial flow — without overthinking.

Memory Table Planning
Step-by-step ideas for creating a space to share keepsakes and stories.

Roles & Support
Delegate with confidence and clarity — know who will help with what.

Created with Compassion. Guided by Experience.

In moments of grief and confusion, these families found clarity, comfort, and direction through
the Celebration of Life Planner.
  • This planner helped me breathe again.
    I was completely overwhelmed trying to plan my mother’s memorial. This gave me a place to start — and reminded me I didn’t have to do it all perfectly.
    Amanda L
  • It made everything feel manageable.
    We had no idea where to begin, but this guide walked us through step-by-step. We could focus on memories instead of logistics.
    Sarah & Mark P
  • Beautiful, calming, and incredibly helpful.
    The design was peaceful and the content was so thoughtful. It helped us plan a ceremony that truly reflected who my brother was.
    Justine R
  • Exactly what I needed — and nothing I didn’t.
    Other guides felt cold. This one understood grief. It helped me stay organized, but more importantly, it helped me slow down and remember why we were gathering.
    Kelsey M
You don’t need to finish this all at once. Many people start with just a few pages.

One Beautiful, Helpful Planner — Just $24.99

celebration of life planner

$24.99

Instantly download a gentle, step-by-step guide to help you plan a meaningful memorial, funeral, or celebration of life — with peace, clarity, and support on every page.

  • 30 grief-aware printable pages
  • Created with real-world funeral planning experience
  • Includes worksheets, prompts, templates & checklists
  • Instant download — print at home, use today or when you’re ready

Still Have Questions?

Here are honest answers to help you feel confident before downloading.
No fine print, no pressure — just clarity.

No, this is a digital download. You’ll receive a printable PDF that you can use immediately. Print it at home or upload it to s copy shop like Staples or Office Depot.

Yes! The PDF is compatible with digital annotation tools like Adobe Acrobat or GoodNotes. You can type, highlight, or write directly on your tablet.

No — the planner is written in a neutral, inclusive tone that works for people of all backgrounds and beliefs. You can personalize it to fit your values.

No. This planner helps you figure that out.

Not ready to purchase? Get a free Sample Order of Service PDF