The Christmas season can be a difficult time for some people—especially if they’ve recently lost a loved one. They might feel sad, lonely, or not in the mood for holiday cheer. As we make our shopping lists, we may feel at a loss for what to give people who are grieving. What if we use those very gifts to honor their dearly, departed loved one? Help your friends and family find comfort and healing this holiday season with these meaningful memorial gifts.
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1. Celebrate Life Memorial Lantern$35.99
Bring a little light into the world of those who need it. This beautiful lantern has a glass cover inscribed with a comforting message, two cardinals to represent hope, and a built-in LED flickering candle. Created by a family-owned U.S. company, this memorial gift’s simple design fits with any décor and helps you remember your loved one every day. Buy at Amazon.com
2. Memorial Wind Chimes $45.99
Remember happy memories with your loved one every time the wind blows. These soothing wind chimes include a touching poem to remind us: “Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard, but always near still loved, still missed, and very dear.” Many reviews for this memorial gift mention the lovely, delicate sound these chimes make. Buy at Amazon.com
3. Christmas Angel Wings Ornament $21.99
Provide some comfort and support a small U.S. business with this meaningful Christmas ornament. The angel wings remind us we are always surrounded by the love of those who have left us. It is a large size (3″ x 2.75″), so it stands out on the tree, and comes with a white ribbon and the powerful words: “a piece of my heart is in heaven.” Buy at Amazon.com
4. In Memory Ceramic Soy Wax Candle $15.50
As you take time to remember your loved one, light this memorial candle and enjoy the calming jasmine scent. The candle’s inscription— “There are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after they have gone, their light remains” —stands as an important reminder to us. The durable candle holder comes with a soy wax candle that will brighten your home. Buy at Amazon.com
5. Memorial Shadow Box $21.99
Fill someone’s heart with joy with this memorial gift shadow box. The sturdy frame includes a 3×4 inch built-in picture frame so you can add the photo of a loved one. The accompanying poem reminds us that our loved ones watch us from heaven. This shadow box is battery-powered and can sit on a shelf or hang on the wall. Buy at Amazon.com
