Families and friends gathered together Dec. 2 in North County to remember and honor their loved ones, as The Center for Compassionate Care of The Elizabeth Hospice hosted its 30th annual “Light Up a Life” celebration. About 250 people attended the poignant holiday remembrance service at the seaside Hilton Garden Inn in Carlsbad, followed by a similar ceremony for 180 guests later in the afternoon in Rancho Bernardo.