White doves are a beautiful addition to any funeral or memorial. They offer a profound way to celebrate the life of a loved one by linking it with a positive, lasting memory.  When released, they can be seen to represent the spirit leaving the physical body, pain, or illness, to travel to the afterlife. There is a physical act of letting go when releasing white doves, which can offer an opportunity to say a last goodbye and begin the grieving process.  Due to them being a global symbol of peace, they can also provide comfort to family and friends during this emotional time.