Virginia Beach, VA 23462

Support@MemorialMerits.com

Subtle MM monogram logo on a black background representing Memorial Merits' legacy theme

Why I Created the Legacy Journal I Wish My Family Had

Please follow and like us:
onpost_follow
Tweet
Pinterest
submit to reddit

There’s a moment that changes you.
It usually comes quietly — in a hospital room, during a late-night phone call, or when you’re holding onto someone’s belongings with more questions than answers.

For me, it was the realization that if something happened tomorrow… my family wouldn’t know everything I needed them to.
Not the stories. Not the passwords. Not the goodbye. I had much more to say… thus born, the legacy journal

We prepare for a lot in life — jobs, insurance, retirement — but we rarely prepare for what we leave behind when we’re no longer here to speak for ourselves.


❌ The Problem No One Talks About

I’ve watched families unravel after loss.
Not just from grief, but from confusion — from the silence that follows when a parent, partner, or grandparent passes without leaving clear guidance.

They didn’t know:

  • What bills needed to be paid
  • Where to find important documents
  • What their loved one really wanted
  • Or how to honor them properly

And worst of all — they didn’t have their words. Their voice.
Just the regret of things left unsaid.


?️ What I Created — and Why It’s Different

That’s why I built Should Tomorrow Never Come – Legacy Edition.
It’s not just a journal. It’s a lifeline.

This guided workbook walks you through everything most people forget until it’s too late:

  • Final wishes
  • Family traditions
  • Practical information (logins, contacts, medical info)
  • Messages to your children, your spouse, your future generations

But I knew even that wasn’t enough.
So I added something no other legacy journal (aff) has — digital support.

Every copy comes with access to Solace, a compassionate AI companion that helps guide you or your family through the journey.
It also unlocks bonus materials, downloadable planning tools, and peace-of-mind checklists — because real preparation is more than just paper.


? Watch the Story Behind It

If you want to see what this means — and what it can mean for your family — I made a short video to explain it from the heart:

? Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/CBIDBafKQNQ


? Final Thoughts

I didn’t create this for sales.
I created it because someone needs it. Maybe you. Maybe your parents. Maybe your future self.

Don’t wait to leave something meaningful behind.
Start your legacy today.
Because tomorrow isn’t promised.


A picture of Should Tomorrow Never Come Legacy Edition legacy journal

? Get Your Copy

Some of the links in this article are “affiliate links”, a link with a special tracking code. This means if you click on an affiliate link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission. The price of the item is the same whether it is an affiliate link or not. Regardless, we only recommend products or services we believe will add value to our readers. By using the affiliate links, you are helping support our Website, and we genuinely appreciate your support.

Author

  • Gabriel Killian

    Photo of Gabriel Killian, Memorial Merits founder and Active Duty Navy Service Member.

    Founder, Memorial Merits
    U.S. Navy Service Member
    Gabriel created Memorial Merits after experiencing funeral industry complexities & exploitation firsthand when his father passed away unexpectedly in 2019.
    His mission: protect families from predatory practices and provide clear guidance during impossible times.

    [Read Full Story →]

    EXPERTISE:
    • Personal experience with loss
    • Funeral planning (multiple times)
    • AI grief support development
    • Published author (legacy planning)

affordable funeral options affordable funeral planning biodegradable caskets budget funerals burial burial choices burial options casket features casket materials choosing a casket coping with loss cremation cremation cost cremation options cremation services cremation vs burial digital estate planning Digital Legacy digital memorials eco-friendly funerals End-of-life planning estate planning final wishes Financial planning for widows funeral arrangements funeral costs funeral expenses funeral planning funeral service Green Burial grief counseling grief support legacy journal legacy planning legal help after death life insurance memorial ideas memorial service natural burial obituary pet cremation Pet loss power of attorney Unique Funeral Ideas urns

  • Navigating Grief in Daily Life: Work, Relationships, and Special Occasions
    Grief does not pause while you handle everyday responsibilities like work, social situations, holidays, and relationships. Understanding practical challenges of returning to work when concentration feels impossible, managing intrusive questions, surviving holidays that highlight absence, navigating changed relationships, and avoiding major decisions while judgment is impaired helps you function in daily life while honoring your grief.
  • Supporting Someone Who Is Grieving: What to Say, What to Do, and How to Help
    When someone you care about loses someone they love, you want to help but may feel helpless or unsure what to say. Understanding what grieving people actually need (presence over solutions, permission to feel everything, practical help, and hearing their person’s name), what to say and never say, and meaningful ways to show up makes you a better supporter during impossible times.
  • Understanding Grief: The Early Weeks After Loss
    The early weeks after losing someone you love feel impossible, with overwhelming emotions, physical symptoms, and mental fog that make you feel like you’re losing your mind. Understanding what grief actually looks like, why stages aren’t accurate, and how to care for yourself during this unbearable time helps you know you’re not broken—you’re grieving.
Hardcover Legacy Journal titled "Should Tomorrow Never Come" on coffee table with open notebook, coffee mug, and plant in warm, inviting living room
x  Powerful Protection for WordPress, from Shield Security
This Site Is Protected By
Shield Security