In Lieu of Flowers - What Does In Lieu of Flowers Mean

"Steve Schramka with Schramka-Densow Funeral Home in Thiensville says that the phrase "in lieu of flowers," doesn't mean not to send flowers. It just means that donations are another option. "Please omit" is a request for no flowers. He remarks that some families choose to say nothing so as "not to dictate how others express their sympathy."
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Tribute Guide by Relationship

Using the charts below, identify the appropriate floral pieces based on your relationship and where the flowers are being sent.

Floral Pieces Sent to a Funeral	Living Spouse	Immediate Family	Close Friend	Acquaintance	Corporate / Association
Casket Spray	X	X
Inside Casket Piece	X	X
Standing Spray		X	X		X
Wall Spray				X
Sympathy		X	X		X
Side Table Arrangements	X	X
Centerpiece Arrangements			X	X	X
Bouquet of Cut Flowers				X
Flowering Plant			X	X	X
Mixed Planter / European Garden			X	X	X

Floral Pieces Sent to a Funeral	Immediate Family	Close Friend	Acquaintance	Corporate / Association
One Sided Table Arrangement		X	X	X
Centerpeice Arrangement		X
Bouquet of Fresh Cut Flowers	X	X	X
Fruit Basket		X	X	X
Green & Flowering Plant		X	X	X
Mixed Planter / European Garden		X	X	X

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