One of my bridesmaids passed away. I got the idea from The Knot (which I thought was a really sweet idea at the time) to have a short, waist high column up at the front of the ceremony where Lisa would have stood with the bridesmaids. My MOH would walk down with 2 bouquets and put one on the little column for Lisa. I want one of those processional cards that tell certain pieces of information, like this on the front & back:
And have something like "In remembrance of Lisa L" (or something, not sure about the words) on the little bird that corresponds! Just enough so people aren't wondering "whats up with the bouquet & column thing?"
It's a pretty small destination wedding, so the only people in attendance are people close who knew or know that I lost a great friend and bridesmaid.
I personally, don't see it as some kind of super sad memorial service, just a spot for someone to put a bouquet that makes me feel like she's still a part of my wedding day.
Opinions?