Not replacing a deceased friend who was to be bestman
Hi, my boyfriend and I are not yet engaged but have talked about getting married. A very close friend of ours who was also a relative to him recently passed away. We were hoping for him to be the best man and we would like to some how honor him as our best man because we do not want to replace him with anyone else. Is there a way we could do this?
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edited by TWQadmin on Jun 8, 2008, 12:08 PM)
Provide a second table at the altar or near the front of the church. On it, place a Memorial Candle in tribute to your loved ones.
Ask your officiant to include them at the beginning of the candle-lighting ceremony. For example, "Before (Bride) and (Groom) light a candle to symbolize their union, they will light a candle in honor of (Loved One), whom they dearly miss, and who they know is present with them here today."
Then, light the Memorial Candle, ask the officiant to say a prayer, then move to the altar to light your Unity Candle.
Light Taper Candles In Memorium
You may use candelabras by having sisters, brothers, or other family members light a candle for each relative that is no longer with you.
Not replacing a deceased friend who was to be bestman
