Celebration of life at Hiller Aviation Museum in San Carlos for a father with a passion for engineering
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Celebration of life at Hiller Aviation Museum in San Carlos for a father with a passion for engineering

It was truly a joy to work on this unforgettable celebration of life in San Carlos at the Hiller Aviation Museum. The honoree was a devoted father, cycling enthusiast, and Volkswagen fan. His wife hosted his celebration of life at the Hiller Aviation Museum because it reflected his passion for engineering and could hold the 230 people who gathered for the event.

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Napa Celebration Of Life For A Mother Who         Lived A Life Filled With Adventures           
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Napa Celebration Of Life For A Mother Who Lived A Life Filled With Adventures           

It was wonderful to work on this stylish, thoughtful and tasteful Napa celebration of life. Mary (the honoree) was a mother and filled with an adventuresome spirit. Her friends and family gathered at the family ranch for what can only be described as the perfect balance of ranch life and timeless style to celebrate, share stories and cheers their glasses of champagne.

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How Much Does a Celebration of Life Cost? A detailed look with real budgets
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How Much Does a Celebration of Life Cost? A detailed look with real budgets

Many people have never planned a celebration of life, so one of the very first questions that families always ask me is: How much does a celebration of life cost? In this blog post, we'll explore the various factors to consider when thinking about how much the celebration of life you are planning is going to cost.

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What To Do When Someone Dies - A Step-by-Step Guide
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What To Do When Someone Dies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Knowing what to do when someone dies may not be intuitive especially when struggling with grief and your everyday responsibilities. We created this checklist to make this time a little bit less overwhelming and stressful for you and your family.

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How To Plan A Celebration of Life -Your guide to getting started
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How To Plan A Celebration of Life -Your guide to getting started

A celebration of life is a heartfelt and meaningful event to honor and remember someone dear to us. In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through the steps to plan a celebration of life that pays tribute to your loved one's unique journey, does not feel like a funeral and leaves a lasting impression on all those who attend.

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Why I Decided To Become A Celebration Of Life And Memorial Event Planner
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Why I Decided To Become A Celebration Of Life And Memorial Event Planner

I've had the idea ever since my grandparents died to be an event planner for celebrations of life and memorials. Then over the last few years friends, very capable friends were planning celebrations of life for their parents and felt very lost and overwhelmed. Since I’ve been a wedding planner for 10+ years they asked for advice on things like which vendors to hire, what time the event should start, what type of food to serve and more. I kept coming back to this idea in my head and heart over the years and finally decided to do it!

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4 Reasons Why You Need A Celebration Of Life Event Planner
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4 Reasons Why You Need A Celebration Of Life Event Planner

Planning a large event can be stressful on its own. When you add grieving on top of event planning it can feel very overwhelming and stressful. That’s why hiring the right vendors is so important and that also includes hiring an event planner. There’s nothing wrong with asking for help and hiring an event planner could also turn your event into something better and more special than you imagined (and with less stress!).

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5 Must Do Steps To Plan A Celebration Of Life Or Memorial
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5 Must Do Steps To Plan A Celebration Of Life Or Memorial

These are five must do steps when planning a celebration of life or memorial. Celebrations of life and memorials are quickly becoming popular alternatives to funerals, especially here in the San Francisco Bay Area. Celebrations of life and memorials are an event gathering people together to remember a person's accomplishments, relationships and share stories.

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