A person who has never sent flowers for a funeral before may feel a little lost the first time about how to proceed. The individual may be wondering whether a small floral arrangement would be viewed as cheap. They may wonder whether certain kinds of flowers seem too cheery for a service at one of the Funeral Homes.
Overview
In reality, families greatly appreciate any flowers that are sent, whether the arrangement is small or elaborate. In fact, bringing a tasteful handmade bouquet to the service is a reasonable way to offer this gesture of sympathy while saving money. Someone who cannot be at the service or has no artistic flair will prefer to have flowers sent by a professional florist.
Colors
If the person pondering options for floral arrangements knew the deceased individual fairly well, there may be certain choices that seem particularly apt. A retired member of the military could be honored with a wreath made of red, white and blue flowers. The same is true for anyone who was known for feeling remarkably patriotic.
Messages
A message on a card included with the flowers can be short and straightforward, since people usually give a separate sympathy card to the family even if they send a floral arrangement. A simple sentiment such as “my deepest sympathy” or “you are in my thoughts” is appropriate. A religious symbol could be included with the flowers if the person was a member of a particular faith.
Alternatives
There are alternatives to flowers, of course, for someone who simply cannot decide which is the best choice. A thoughtful person might send a gift basket of fruit and coffee to the family’s home, for example. A monetary gift can also be included with a sympathy card; in fact, many people choose to give money as well as flowers. Flower arrangements in Sacramento typically have a designated place where attendees can place cards and sign a guest book.
