PEOPLE can dedicate a memorial star to their loved ones who have passed away, as part of the Tree of Light launched by Mortons Funeral Directors in Northfield.
People who want to write their messages on the stars can do at Mortons at a special event between 5pm and 8pm on Wednesday, November 27. Once completed, the stars will be placed on the Tree of Light at Mortons.
Mortons’ Tree of Light is a cherished annual tradition which allows families to honour the memories of those they have loved and lost. It is open to all and not limited to those Mortons has provided funerals for in the past. .
The memorial stars will be part of the virtual annual Tree of Light Memorial Service, which featuring heartfelt readings, carols, and reflections – it will be available on at: mortonstreeoflight.co.uk from Sunday, 8th December.
Below is a preview of this year’s Tree of Light Service
Sarah Case, the managing director of Mortons Funeral Directors, said: “Christmas can be a difficult time for anyone who has experienced loss, no matter how much time has passed.
“Our hope is that the Tree of Light Memorial Service provides comfort and a moment of reflection for everyone in our community.
“This year, we are especially honoured to invite people to join us in person to write and place their own stars on the tree.
“We welcome people to write as many stars as they want, as we know there may be several loved ones they would like to honour and remember during Christmas time.”
For those unable to write a star in person, memorial stars can be submitted online at mortonstreeoflight.co.uk, after which each message is carefully handwritten by a member of the Mortons team before being placed on the tree.
Last year, the Tree of Light received over 1,500 memorial stars. While there is no charge to place a star, Mortons provides a link to its chosen charity, the Motor Neurone Disease Association, and will also make a contribution to the Salvation Army – Droitwich Corps as a
token of gratitude for their support.
Mortons Funeral Directors look forward to welcoming the community at their in-person star-writing evening ahead of their virtual memorial service, which will be available online from December 8.
