Planting a Tree in Honor of Your Loved One

After losing a loved one, doing something special to honor their memory will bring comfort to you and your family. Working with your funeral home to create a personalized service that truly reflects your loved one is the first step. After the initial stage of saying goodbye has ended, a longer-lasting tribute, like a tree, can be a great choice.

Watch this video to learn how to plant a tree that serves as a memorial to your loved one. Although there are no rules for what kind of tree to choose, try to pick one that is suited to your climate and that has a sentimental value for you.

At Chapel of the Chimes Oakland , our funeral home can assist you in all stages of funeral planning, from choosing between burial and cremation to designing a memorial service. In your time of need, call our funeral home in Oakland at (510) 654-0123.