Sikhs do not believe in mourning and keep funeral rites to a minimum, but it is common practice to send an arrangement in the form of the Sikh Insignia- The Khanda, which can be laid at the graveside following interment.
If you are not familiar with the customs of a faith it is a good idea to make some inquiries before choosing a floral tribute.
Step 3:
Choose the type of arrangement
Age is another factor that should be taken into account. A funeral for an older person will usually require more traditional wreaths and arrangements, such as the floral pillow or cushion.- This concept dates back to Victorian times and wishes the deceased a 'peaceful sleep'. Other options are sympathy bouquets and baskets, as well as floral hearts, sprays and sheaves.
For the funeral of a child, flowers in the form of favourite toys or cartoon characters are an option. Always be sure to take the sensibilities of the family into account when making your choice.
Alternatively, you could try to reflect the personality or lifestyle of the deceased in the floral tribute. The florist's skillful hands can create anything from champagne bottles to football shirts at your request.
A further option is to present a bouquet made up of the late person's favorite flowers.
Step 4:
No flowers please
It is occasionally the case that due to religious belief or personal preference a charitable contribution is requested instead of a floral tribute. Jewish custom is to make a donation to 'The Jewish National Fund' which plants a tree in Israel in the name of the deceased. |
