Planning a funeral reception is never an easy thing to do, especially if you are related to the recently deceased.

People get emotional and cry, laugh, argue, and get angry or sometimes just feel numb. A gathering after a funeral may ease the suffering of the loved ones of the deceased. The people who come to the reception show love and respect for the deceased person’s loved ones by offering comfort.

When planning a funeral reception, keep in mind the deceased person’s character, likes and spirit. Keeping a good balance between sympathy and lifting people’s spirits is complicated, but it is worth the effort.

This is generally coupled with a meal and can be an excellent time to reconnect with family and friends to celebrate and honor the deceased’s life.

Be sure to enlist the help of friends and family to attend to the details of a gathering. This service can be hosted at a home, church or other location of your choice and is generally a more relaxed time for families and friends to spend some time together after a funeral service.