Memorial Slideshows & Funeral Montages

A small portion of a recent memorial video that was generously donated by a client. Her project included film reels, audio files & photos with a matching photo book.

Honor lost loved ones with a touching Memorial Slideshow

It’s hard to lose our loved ones, and it prompts us to decide how to mourn our loss and celebrate their life.

How you wish to remember your loved one is a personal decision, but one that we can help with. EverPresent can craft memorial slideshows that share the stories of their lives. At a wake or other ceremony, it will help friends and family relive time with them. Plus, it can be watched again and again – long after they’re gone, helping to preserve their legacy.

Why choose a service like EverPresent over DIY?

We can digitize any photo or video in preparation for your slideshow
If your digital photos are a mess, we offer digital organizing to get you started
Funerals and memorial services are emotional events. Relive some fond memories choosing photos and videos then our experts can make sure you have one less thing to worry about as we make you a beautiful video.

PRICING

– J.L.K

“Just a note to tell you that the video was a huge success! My mother watched intently, and our relatives all commented on how much they enjoyed it. Not only did everyone comment that it was very well put together, but told us that it was “touching,” “a tear-jerker,” and a “lovely tribute.” Many thanks to you and the staff at EverPresent for your dedication to our project. We are grateful for your help and know that the video will have a long life of its own!”

Custom options for all kinds of Memorials:

old photos for funeral slideshows

Wake and Funeral Slideshows

Wakes are some people’s first chance to pay their respects. Whether you play a memorial video at one depends on your taste and beliefs. But it might be a nice way to set the tone for the event and offer one last glimpse of your loved one’s life.

projector playing memorial video at wake reception

Reception Features

These tend to be lighter than wake and funeral slideshows, so think about the mood you want to convey. Some funeral homes don’t supply any A/V gear for their ceremonies, yet most banquet halls do. We recommend checking in advance to make sure you have everything you need.

memorials are ideal for custom tributes

Memorial Videos

Our memorial slideshows are more complex than those that come immediately after someone passes. Because there is more time to pull together materials, they can be much longer and more personal. They can even contain a combination of photos and video footage.

Everything you need for your video slideshow
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Digitizing

Digital Organizing

Consolidated library
No duplicates
Organized chronologically

Video Editing

Edited highlight videos
Family documentaries
Turn hours of raw footage into something sharable

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Unique Family
Photo Book Design

One-of-a-kind designs
Work with a designer
Be as involved, or not, as you want

woman choosing photos for funeral slideshow

Our experienced designers strive for prompt service and high-quality work. They have done hundreds of tributes to late spouses, parents, and other loved ones with compassion and dignity. A memorial video might include baby pictures, college snapshots, wedding portraits, birthday photos, and other important memories. We’ll also add non-photo elements, like clips from their favorite song, or quotes that you’ll always hear in their voice. When planning your memorial montage, it’s always good to think about:

The feeling your memorial should convey
Timing and appeal to hold your guests’attention
Which photos and home movies best honor your loved one’s life
Picking songs that complement the event, not distract from it

Common questions about memorial slideshows

Will you take care of my loved one’s photos?

Absolutely. Photos are all we have left of some people. When scanning your pictures and slides for a funeral slideshow, we’ll keep them in airtight bins for protection. Our experienced technicians gently scan your memories in our Massachusetts lab and convert them to digital files. And when your memorial video is done, we’ll return your original items in the same condition we got them in.

How involved do I have to be?

It’s up to you! There are lots of tough choices to make when someone passes. Our team will design a beautiful memorial slideshow, with or without your input. If you’re free to be more hands-on, we’re happy to follow your directions for the timing and sequence of your slideshow. We can add special effects like pans and custom transitions between images. In addition, we’ll often make recommendations such as removing distracting objects from photos to make your loved one the main focus.

How soon can I get one?

It depends on how complex you want your funeral slideshow to be. We know time is tight and things move quickly in the wake of a loss. You can get a rush order for faster turnaround, but slideshows with more edits and effects naturally take more time. Complex projects are more appropriate for a memorial service than a wake or reception. You’ll need time to view drafts and give feedback while we perfect the final product. Because every memorial video is different, we have all of our clients work with a personal consultant who will be your guide throughout your project.

How long should a funeral slideshow be?

This entirely depends on the circumstances and your preferences. If you’re intending for your memorial video to play silently during a service or reception, it can be as long as you need it to be to include all the photos you want to share. Well-wishers will see it as they circulate. If your memorial video is the feature of a service and includes music, audio or video we always recommend keeping them shorter rather than longer to hold your guests attention, we generally recommend under 10 minutes.

Slideshow Pricing

Silent Playable Archive

$59-79

DIY Memorial Video Montage Ideas

Our team of talented video montage editors and slideshow designers are always here to help, but if you have the time and tech savvy to take a slideshow project on yourself, there are tons of do-it-yourself slideshow resources online to parse through. From free online software like Animoto to more advanced platforms like ProShow (which we love), or Adobe After Effects, you can create any kind of slideshow you want with a lot of research, planning, and time. Many of the platforms and other online sites or blogs have detailed tutorials and guides. Here are some top articles and links from our slideshow team.

To learn more about our slideshow design process & pricing information – visit this page!