- Choose a special decoration to place on the Christmas tree
- Light a memorial candle
- Write a memorial star for our Tree of Light
- Share memories over a Christmas meal
- Have a toast in their honour
- Watch their favourite Christmas film or listen to their favourite song
- Hang a stocking in memory and write a note or letter to put inside
Search the Stars
Here are all the stars submitted for last year’s Tree of Light Memorial Service
for Mom
The light that always shone with a smile that could light any room. We miss your enduring nature and wisdom so very much. Shine brightly mom. We miss and love you more than words could ever say
Love, Jonathan and Diane
for Grandad
Thinking of you always grandad.... missing you every day x
Love, Angelle korey and Jordan
for Craig
Our world is sadder without you in it but your light will always shine bright. Gone but never forgotten x x
Love, Aunty Pauline
for Craig (Joseph) Cox
You went from here far to soon. You are missed everyday and always in our hearts. Love you from here to eternity.
Love, Aunty Jan & Uncle John
for Craig (Joseph ) Cox
Wherever you are Joseph i know you are looking down on us all. Words can not describe how we all miss you dearly.
Love you forever and always!! You are the brightest star in the sky!!
Love, Sam, Tony & Luke xxxx
for My Nanny
Hello Nanny, we all miss you more than words can explain, I love you lots and hope youre resting well angel, keeping watching over us as you are we love you xxx
Love, Little Soph
for Jose
You are always in my thoughts and especially in my heart. Love you forever and always xxxx
Love, Aunty Gwen xx
for My Nanny Brenda
Of all the special gifts in life however great or small to have you as our Nan was the greatest gift of all.
I always see a Robin, your showing that your near, your watching over your babies.
Xx
Love, Kathryn, Olivia & George xxx
for My brother Jacob
I miss the light you brought to our lives bro! Love you and Merry Christmas x
Love, Your little sister Tuesday x
Tip: Can’t find your star? All submissions are monitored by a member of the Mortons team and are usually added to the website in 1-2 days. Once approved, you can use the unique star reference number sent in your confirmation email to find your memorial star.
Making Christmas Special for Bereaved Families
We understand that Christmas can be a difficult time of year, when we often feel the loss of a loved one even more. Doing something special as a mark of remembrance can help families to cope and reflect. Here are some of our ideas:
As part of our Tree of Light event this year, we have created a children’s activity sheet that can be shared with the family. Completing the activities with children may help to introduce the Tree of Light and allow families to talk about its meaning and importance.
Download the Tree of Light Activity SheetIf you’re finding Christmas time emotionally challenging, know you are not alone. There is much support available and you can find more information on our website.
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