In India (and Nepal), a death anniversary is known as shraadh (Shraaddha "श्राद्ध" in Nepali). The first death anniversary is called a barsy, from the word baras, meaning year in Hindi. Shraadh means to give with devotion or to offer one's respect.
A death anniversary, deathday or Remembrance Day—the anniversary that a loved one passed—can bring up complex emotions, from sadness and anxiety to helplessness and fear. And whether a first or a 50th anniversary, it can come with an unexpected flurry of feelings.
A death anniversary, sometimes called a remembrance day, is the anniversary of someone's death. Many people find that death anniversaries bring up feelings of sadness and grief. While all death anniversaries may feel hard or painful, the first anniversary after someone's death is particularly difficult.
The hope that one day we will reunite, and it will be forevermore is keeping me alive. Happy anniversary my angel in heaven. My heart knows you are at peace in heaven, but it still misses you so much.
Some ideas for what to say during your speech include statements of hope, a story or memory about the person, or something else that you feel is necessary to share about the deceased person. It is best not to use cliché phrases, or quotes about your experience with the death of the person or your grief.
Congratulations and best wishes on your future together! Happy Anniversary. For all you do for me/us, let today be my/our turn to say thank you, and congratulations on your continued love and happiness.
A celebration of life service is a type of end-of-life ceremony where people come together to celebrate the unique life of the deceased. Celebrations of life are commonly held after physical remains have been cared for through burial or cremation.
According to Wikipedia, “A memorial service (or celebration of life) is a funerary ceremony that is performed without the remains of the deceased person.” However, popular culture in North Carolina may often use the term “Celebration of Life” to speak of an actual funeral with the body present.
