Post Funeral & Shraadh

Varsi (6 months, 11 months or 1 year point)

A varsi (sometimes called barsi) is a ritual is performed near or at the first anniversary of a persons death. It is a ceremony to commemorate the departed soul and involves religious rites, including inviting a Panditji to perform a havan and serving food sometimes the favourite food of the person who has departed. 

Tithi - After one year

Remembrance and love do not end with the death of a loved one. In Sanatan Hindu dharma there are times designated for honouring ancestors and departed loved ones to channel positive energy to the souls of the departed. This can manifest in many ways from fasting, making charitable contributions, doing good deeds in memory of the loved or prayer and meditation. It becomes a part of everyday life.