Help writing a eulogy
You’ll no doubt be familiar with eulogies, even if you’ve never had to write or give one yourself.
A eulogy is when someone, often a close friend or a family member, reads a few words and shares some nice memories about the person who has died at their funeral service.
Eulogies can also be read by a minister or celebrant if you prefer.
Don't fret
If you are planning on writing and/or reading a eulogy, don’t fret about it. Everybody at the service will be supportive, and nobody’s judging your writing or speech giving skills. They’re there to remember a friend or relative, and they’ll respect and appreciate your contribution to helping them do that.
A few simple tips
Although you can say whatever you like, it might help to follow a few simple best practice steps:
- Introduce yourself – not everyone in the room will know who you are
- Keep it relatively short – around 3-5 minutes, or 400 to 600 words, is usually about right
- Keep it simple – don’t feel the need to use fancy words you wouldn’t normally
- Share a few simple, favourite memories or anecdotes
- Be respectful
- But don’t feel you need to be completely serious – a little bit of levity or lighthearted-ness can be a fitting tribute
- And don’t worry if you do get upset – that’s entirely natural and to be expected under the circumstances
If you would like any help or advice when considering or writing a eulogy, please speak to one of our funeral arrangers who will be happy to help.
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