Six Canadians share how they’re commemorating a loved one who has passed away
Six Canadians shared their personal ways of commemorating loved ones who have passed away. These creative tributes range from planting flowers to hosting family gatherings filled with memories. Each story highlights the importance of remembrance in the grieving process.
- ▪Claire Peters honored her mother by planting 84 daffodil bulbs on the anniversary of her death.
- ▪Peter Dodge organized the Mary Dodge Olympics to celebrate his late grandmother's life with family activities and shared stories.
- ▪Sandy Linke hosted a potluck lunch featuring her mother's favorite dishes to commemorate her 88th birthday after her passing.
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| Canonical URL | https://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/article-death-tributes/ |
| Publication time | Fri, 22 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 |
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Open this photo in gallery:Six Canadians share how they’re commemorating a loved one who has passed away.SuppliedShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free Account Read more: | How to cope with grief| How to help a grieving person| Planning a celebration of lifeAfter losing a loved one, finding ways to remember them can be essential to the journey of processing grief. For some, that can look like meeting with friends and family once a year to share memories of those who have passed, for others, it means looking for ways to keep their spirit present in everyday life. We asked Globe readers to share the creative ways they have honoured or celebrated someone after they passed away.
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