A formal service that typically occurs soon after someone has passed. The coffin or urn is often present. This service can be religious or non-religious and tends to follow a traditional structure.

A service held without the body present. It can happen weeks or even months later, once people have gathered or ashes are available. The tone can be formal or relaxed.

A type of memorial that focuses more on joy, stories, personality and gratitude rather than mourning. Often less traditional and more personalised, and sometimes held in a park, garden, home, or favourite venue.