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A good memorial gift for the loss of a father often connects to who he was: his work, his hobbies, his service or a saying the family remembers.
Keepsakes
- A memorial photo frame or a framed copy of his handwriting
- Engraved keepsakes, such as a keychain, pocket knife or watch box with his name or a phrase
- Memorial jewelry, including fingerprint pieces. See the memorial jewelry guide.
For a veteran
- A flag display case for the burial flag presented at the funeral. Burial flags are usually 5 by 9.5 feet; check that the case fits a folded burial flag.
- A framed Presidential Memorial Certificate. See VA burial benefits.
Garden and outdoor memorials
- A memorial stone, bench plaque or tree planting
- A bird feeder or wind chime
Practical help
- Meals, errands, yard work or home repairs he used to handle
- Help with paperwork, if you are close to the family