Are flowers appropriate for an LDS or Latter-day Saint funeral?
The Short Answer
Yes, flowers are welcome at Latter-day Saint funerals and are commonly displayed at the service and viewing. One custom to know: if the deceased received their temple endowment, floral arrangements draped over the casket should avoid crosses, since the cross is not used as an LDS symbol.
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The place of flowers in an LDS service
Funerals in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are dignified, faith-centered gatherings, often held in a meetinghouse, and flowers are a welcome and common part of them. Arrangements are displayed at the viewing and near the casket, much as in other Christian funerals. Families appreciate tasteful sprays, wreaths, and standing pieces. The overall tone is reverent and hopeful, reflecting the LDS belief in eternal families and life after death, so classic, uplifting arrangements fit the mood well.
The one distinctive consideration
There is a specific custom worth knowing. Latter-day Saints do not use the cross as a religious symbol, so cross-shaped tributes are not appropriate. Additionally, if the deceased was an endowed member who is dressed in temple clothing, any casket-drape floral piece is typically removed before the casket is closed for the dedicatory prayer and burial, and families sometimes prefer arrangements that stand beside rather than lie on the casket. When in doubt, a standing spray or wreath sidesteps these considerations entirely and is always welcome.
Safe, thoughtful choices
White and soft, uplifting colors suit the hopeful spirit of an LDS funeral, though brighter tones reflecting the person's life are also fine. Standing sprays, wreaths, vase arrangements, and potted plants are all appropriate, sent to the meetinghouse or funeral home. Because LDS families often gather afterward, a home arrangement is a kind follow-up gesture. Simply avoid the cross, and you cannot go wrong. Our designers are familiar with these customs and can create a respectful piece that honors both the person and their faith.
Planning Tips From Our Designers
- Flowers are welcome at the viewing and service.
- Avoid cross-shaped tributes, as the cross is not an LDS symbol.
- Standing sprays and wreaths sidestep casket-drape considerations.
- White and uplifting colors suit the hopeful tone.
- A home arrangement is a kind follow-up after the gathering.
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