How long does it take to create a memorial page?

About 5 minutes. Fill in the details, upload photos, and your memorial page is live with a permanent URL you can share with family and friends.

Is the memorial page permanent?

Yes. Memorial pages are hosted permanently on dedicated infrastructure. There are no recurring fees. Your one-time payment covers hosting forever.

Can I create a memorial page for free?

Yes. The free Remember plan includes 1 photo, candle lighting, a read-only guestbook, and 14 days of manage access before it becomes an archive preview.

What do paid plans include for QR downloads?

Paid tiers include the memorial QR code as both a PNG image and a printable PDF. You can share the image digitally or print the PDF for a funeral service, memorial card, or gravesite display.

Can visitors interact with the memorial?

Visitors can light a virtual candle on every memorial. Guestbook messages are read-only on Remember, while Honor, Cherish, and Forever allow visitors to leave guestbook messages.

Do I need to create an account?

No. QuickMemorial requires no account or signup. Just enter your email and memorial details. We send you a manage link so you can access your memorial anytime.

How much does a memorial page cost?

Remember is free. Honor is $9, Cherish is $19, and Forever is $49. All paid plans are one-time payments with no subscription.

Can I manage my memorial after it's created?

Yes. You receive a secure manage link in your email. Remember memorials keep manage access for 14 days before moving into archive preview mode, while paid plans remain available long-term.

What if I don't know the exact birth date?

No problem. You can switch to 'I know their age' mode and enter how old your loved one was. We calculate an approximate birth year and display it tastefully on the memorial page.

Is there a refund policy?

Yes. We offer a 14-day no-questions-asked money-back guarantee for all paid tiers. Email us and we'll refund you in full.

Celebration of Life Invitation Wording Examples (Plus Templates You Can Copy)

A celebration of life invitation should give people three things: a clear reason to come, the practical details they need, and a tone that matches who the person was. The strongest invitations are usually short, warm, and specific about location, dress, and what guests should bring or not bring.

A Simple Template for Celebration of Life Invitation Wording

Most invitations work well when they cover the same six pieces of information in roughly this order:

A short opening line (whose life is being celebrated)
The date and time
The location and any directions
The dress code, if there is one
RSVP or contact details
Notes on flowers, donations, or what to bring

You can fit all six into about five lines.

Short Celebration of Life Invitation Examples

These work as a baseline you can adapt to your family's voice.

Please join us for a celebration of [Name]'s life on [Date] at [Time], at [Location]. Casual attire. RSVP by [Date].

We are gathering to remember [Name] on [Date] at [Time] at [Location]. Come share a story, a memory, or simply be with us.

The family of [Name] invites you to a celebration of their life on [Date] at [Time] at [Location]. Light refreshments will be served.

[Name] always preferred a party to a service. Please join us for a celebration of their life on [Date] at [Time] at [Location].

Casual Celebration of Life Invitation Wording

If the gathering is informal, the invitation should sound that way too.

We are getting together to remember [Name] on [Date] at [Time] at [Location]. No black tie. Bring a photo or a story.

Backyard, food, music, and memories of [Name]. [Date] at [Time], at [Location]. Come for an hour or stay all afternoon.

[Name]'s family is hosting an open-house celebration on [Date], [Time] to [Time], at [Location]. Drop in any time.

A simple gathering for [Name]'s family and friends. [Date], [Time], [Location]. Wear what they would have wanted you to wear.

Religious or Traditional Celebration of Life Invitation Wording

If the invitation needs a faith-based tone, keep it gentle and clear.

The family of [Name] invites you to a service of remembrance and celebration of their life on [Date] at [Time] at [Church or Location]. Reception to follow.

Please join us as we celebrate the life of [Name] and give thanks for the years we shared. [Date] at [Time] at [Location].

A celebration of [Name]'s life and faith will be held on [Date] at [Time] at [Location]. All who knew them are warmly welcomed.

We invite you to gather with us in remembrance of [Name]. The service will be held on [Date] at [Time] at [Location], followed by fellowship.

"In Lieu of Flowers" Wording for the Invitation

Many celebration-of-life invitations include a short note about flowers and donations. These versions read naturally inside the invitation itself.

In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations to [Charity or Memorial Page].

Please consider a donation in [Name]'s memory in place of flowers. Details on the memorial page below.

The family kindly asks that gifts be made to [Cause] rather than flowers.

In honor of [Name], donations may be made to [Organization]. Flowers are kindly declined.

For more wording options and donation phrasing, see this guide on memorial donation wording examples.

Wording for a "Bring Something" or Potluck-Style Celebration

If the gathering is participatory, the invitation should make that clear so guests know what to expect.

Please join us for [Name]'s celebration of life on [Date] at [Time] at [Location]. Bring a dish and a story to share.

A potluck celebration of [Name]'s life will be held on [Date] at [Time] at [Location]. Bring a favorite dish they would have loved.

We are putting together a memory wall for [Name]. Please bring a photo to share if you can. [Date] at [Time] at [Location].

[Name] loved gathering everyone for a meal. We will do the same on [Date] at [Time] at [Location]. Bring something to pass.

Virtual or Hybrid Celebration of Life Invitation Wording

If friends and family will join remotely, the invitation should treat the digital part with the same warmth as the in-person part.

Please join us in person or online to celebrate [Name]'s life on [Date] at [Time]. Location and stream link on the memorial page below.

A celebration of [Name]'s life will be held at [Location] on [Date] at [Time]. We will also live-stream the gathering for friends and family who cannot travel.

[Name]'s family invites you to a virtual celebration of their life on [Date] at [Time]. The link and full details are on the memorial page.

If you cannot be with us in person, please join us online. Date, time, and link below.

RSVP and Contact Wording

If you need a clean RSVP line, any of these work:

Please RSVP by [Date] to [Email] or [Phone].

Kindly let us know you are coming at [Email or Link].

RSVP on the memorial page to help us plan the food and seating.

No RSVP needed - just come.

A Full Celebration of Life Invitation Example

Putting it all together, an invitation might read:

Please join us in celebrating the life of [Name]. [Date] at [Time] [Location], [City] Casual attire. Light food and drinks provided. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to [Charity or Memorial Page]. RSVP by [Date] at [Email].

Print it on a card, send it by email, or share it on the memorial page. The format works for both.

Where to Send the Invitation

Most families send the invitation in two or three places:

A printed or digital card to close family and friends
A text message or social post for the wider circle
The memorial page, so anyone who cannot attend can still read the details and leave a message

Keeping all three versions consistent makes the event feel coordinated. A short note on the memorial page is especially useful for friends who hear about the celebration later or cannot travel.

If you want one place to publish the invitation, photos, and a place for guests to leave messages, QuickMemorial takes about five minutes to set up and requires no account. You can include the celebration date and details in the biography and update them later if anything changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do you write on a celebration of life invitation?

Cover six things: a short opening line that names the person being celebrated, the date and time, the location, the dress code if there is one, RSVP details, and any notes on flowers, donations, or what to bring. Five lines is usually enough.

Is a celebration of life invitation different from a funeral invitation?

Yes. A funeral invitation tends to be more formal and service-focused. A celebration of life invitation can be casual, often skips traditional religious language, and usually mentions that the gathering is meant to be a remembrance more than a service.

How far in advance should you send a celebration of life invitation?

For an in-person event, two to four weeks is typical so out-of-town guests can plan travel. For a smaller local gathering, one to two weeks is usually fine. For a virtual or hybrid event, a few days notice with a link is often enough.

Should you include "in lieu of flowers" wording on the invitation?

If the family has a preference, yes. A short line such as "In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to [Charity or Memorial Page]" sets a clear expectation and helps guests honor the family's wishes without guessing.

Can the invitation live on a memorial page?

Yes. Sharing the invitation on a memorial page is one of the easiest ways to keep everyone informed, especially for friends and extended family who cannot attend in person. The memorial page can hold the event details, photos, and a place for guests to leave messages or RSVP.