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Losing a <\/span>loved one<\/span> is always difficult. But during this difficult time, you have a choice. You can focus on how unfortunate it was to lose your friend or <\/span>family member<\/span>, or you can focus on how fortunate it was to have them with you in the first place.<\/span><\/p>\n Hosting a celebration of life instead of a <\/span>traditional funeral service<\/span> allows you to remember your <\/span>loved one<\/span> in death just as they were in life, full of energy, joy, courage, understanding, and a million other complex emotions that can\u2019t be captured with sadness alone.<\/span><\/p>\n When you can\u2019t listen to one more <\/span>condolence<\/span>, no matter how well-intentioned the person giving it may be, a <\/span>celebration of life event<\/span> is a way to flip the script. Inviting friends and family to this type of service allows you to tell everyone in your invitation wording that instead of shedding tears, the person you\u2019ve lost would want to share smiles. It allows you to ask that your nearest and dearest send <\/span>memorial cards<\/span> full of their <\/span>fondest memories<\/span> instead of <\/span>sympathy cards<\/span> full of regrets.<\/span><\/p>\n The right invitation wording will prepare friends and family for a different kind of <\/span>memorial service<\/span>, and the card it arrives on should carry the same care. <\/span>Greenvelope celebration of life invitations<\/a><\/strong> are designed by independent artists and sent by email, text, or a shareable link, with every reply tracked as it comes in and no advertising anywhere near your announcement. Get ready to ask your invitees to celebrate life, even in the face of loss, with these <\/span>celebration of life invitation wording ideas<\/span>.<\/span> At such a momentous time, we can put a lot of pressure on ourselves to get everything right or to say something profound. But when it comes to invitation wording, all you need are the essential details: the who, what, when, and where. We\u2019ll provide inspiration if you want to get more creative, but as long as you include this info on your<\/span> celebration of life invitation<\/strong><\/span><\/a>, you\u2019re doing great.<\/span><\/p>\n This is the part where you actually say \u201cYou\u2019re invited.\u201d You don\u2019t have to use those exact words, but you should include wording that makes it clear that this is an invitation, and not just an announcement.<\/span><\/p>\n The type of service is a celebration of life, and simply including these words in place of funeral is enough to set the tone for your event. But a <\/span>celebration of life service<\/span> can take many forms.<\/span><\/p>\n Some families host a traditional viewing and <\/span>eulogy<\/span>, but want the service to have a more celebratory tone. Other families have more unconventional<\/span> celebration of life ideas<\/strong><\/span><\/a>, like hosting a party at the deceased\u2019s favorite bar or heading to the bowling alley to play their favorite game.<\/span><\/p>\n If you want to include more specifics, this is a good place to do that. But don\u2019t feel the need to over-explain your unconventional ceremony. After all, the location will also set the tone.<\/span><\/p>\n Put this front and center on your <\/span>invitation card<\/span> so everyone knows that remembering your <\/span>loved one<\/span> will be the order of the day.<\/span><\/p>\n While you can leave these dates off, it\u2019s a traditional touch to include them on a <\/span>memorial service invitation<\/span>. When you add the dates, it serves as a reminder of the many <\/span>happy times<\/span> there are to look back on.<\/span><\/p>\n Let guests know when to join you by clearly stating the date and time. You can do this using numerals for a more modern invitation, or you can write out the date in words for a more formal invite.<\/span><\/p>\n Give the full address of the location where you\u2019ll host your <\/span>celebration of life party<\/span>. Whether it\u2019s a funeral home or a favorite place of the deceased, the location alone can tell guests a lot about the type of service they\u2019re attending.<\/span><\/p>\n The <\/span>last thing<\/span> to include on your invitations is instructions on where and when to <\/span>RSVP<\/span>. When you use a<\/span> digital invitation<\/a><\/strong> from a platform like Greenvelope, replies are tracked automatically online as they arrive, and you can add a custom question that invites each guest to write down a memory when they respond, so you will not have to answer multiple <\/span>condolence<\/span> texts each day. If you are still deciding where to send from, our roundup of the <\/span>best celebration of life invitation platforms<\/a><\/strong> compares seven options side by side.<\/span><\/p>\n If you want to go beyond the basics, you can add a personal touch to your <\/span>celebration of life invitation wording<\/span> by including one of these additional elements.<\/span><\/p>\n But remember, getting creative is completely optional. If it doesn\u2019t come naturally to you, it doesn\u2019t mean that you loved your friend or <\/span>family member<\/span> any less.<\/span><\/p>\n Now that you know what to include, let\u2019s put it all together with a few examples. You can use one of these wording ideas as a <\/span>template<\/span> when you <\/span>invite friends<\/span> and family to your <\/span>loved one<\/span>\u2019s celebration of life ceremony. Simply swap out the details for your own.<\/span><\/p>\n We\u2019ve included examples in a few different tones so you can find the one that your lost <\/span>loved one<\/span> would appreciate most.<\/span><\/p>\n We request the <\/span>honor of your presence<\/span><\/p>\n at a celebration of life ceremony<\/span><\/p>\n memorializing the amazing<\/span><\/p>\n Caroline Anne Handler<\/span><\/p>\n born March fourteenth, nineteen forty-seven<\/span><\/p>\n died June first, two thousand twenty-two<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n The service will take place on<\/span><\/p>\n June fifth, two thousand twenty-two<\/span><\/p>\n at two o\u2019clock in the afternoon<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Memorial Hall Funeral Home<\/span><\/p>\n 1234 Main Street<\/span><\/p>\n St. Louis, MO 12345<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n RSVP<\/span> by June third, two thousand twenty-two<\/span><\/p>\n Join us<\/span><\/p>\n to celebrate the life of<\/span><\/p>\n Thomas Brown<\/span><\/p>\n an incredible husband, father, and human<\/span><\/p>\n 5\/22\/1954 to 4\/18\/2022<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u201cYou\u2019re simply the best. Better than all the rest.<\/span><\/p>\n Better than anyone I\u2019ve ever met.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Let\u2019s remember this incredible man<\/span><\/p>\n by sharing our happiest memories of him<\/span><\/p>\n on 5\/16\/2022 at 11:00 a.m.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Egg and Thyme Cafe<\/span><\/p>\n 1414 Town Lane<\/span><\/p>\n Portland, OR 98765<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Brunch will be served.<\/span><\/p>\n RSVP<\/span> to Claire by 8\/5\/2022<\/span><\/p>\n Jordan Greene<\/span><\/p>\n loved a good party!<\/span><\/p>\n So let\u2019s make his last party<\/span><\/p>\n one to remember.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Join us for a celebration of life<\/span><\/p>\n at 6:00 p.m. on 7\/2\/2022<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Carlyle\u2019s Bar<\/span><\/p>\n 5555 W South Street<\/span><\/p>\n Richmond, VA 22333<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Bring your favorite memories, photos, and <\/span>keepsakes<\/span><\/p>\n RSVP<\/span> by 9\/25\/2022<\/span><\/p>\n We won\u2019t lie. Even at a <\/span>celebration of life party<\/span>, you\u2019ll likely shed some tears, but you\u2019ll also laugh, reminisce, and share <\/span>loving memories<\/span> with the people who knew your person best. This is the kind of party that your late <\/span>loved one<\/span>
\n<\/p>\nWhat to Include in Your <\/b>Celebration of Life Invitation Wording<\/b><\/h2>\n
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Request for Attendance<\/b><\/h3>\n
The Type of Service<\/b><\/h3>\n
Name of the Deceased<\/b><\/h3>\n
Deceased\u2019s <\/b>Date of Birth<\/b> and <\/b>Date of Death<\/b><\/h3>\n
Date and Time of the Service<\/b><\/h3>\n
Location of the Service<\/b><\/h3>\n
RSVP<\/b> Instructions<\/b><\/h3>\n
Creative <\/b>Celebration of Life Invitation Wording Ideas<\/b><\/h2>\n
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Put It All Together With These <\/b>Wording Examples<\/b><\/h2>\n
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Formal Invitation Wording<\/b><\/h3>\n
Sentimental Invitation Wording<\/b><\/h3>\n
Upbeat Invitation Wording<\/b><\/h3>\n
Make the Final Send-Off a Celebration<\/b><\/h2>\n
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