Giving a eulogy is an honor and can help yourself and others on the path to healing. We created our eulogy assistant to help anyone write and deliver a beautiful, heartfelt eulogy speech, no matter your writing ability or speaking experience.
A eulogy is a speech delivered during a memorial service or a funeral, in tribute to someone who has died. It is often spoken by close family or friends or can be read by a celebrant or minister of the service. The eulogy is an opportunity to say farewell, to honour and express their life, achievements and how they touched the lives of others. To help you write a personal heartfelt eulogy, we have created our eulogy assistant; A free resource of helpful information, examples and step-by-step guide plus downloadable eulogy templates.
Writing a eulogy can seem a daunting task, especially in the midst of grieving for the loss of someone close to you. However, it can also be a powerful step in the healing process. Thinking about the one you’ve lost for the purpose of writing a eulogy can also give added purpose to how you’re feeling, producing something positive for all the family and friends. The eulogy can also serve as a personal farewell, helping you process your grief.
As well as our free eulogy assistant, Eulogize can also help you create a Folded Funeral Program, Memorial Tribute Video & other funeral keepsakes and tributes.
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Select one of the beautiful designs from our easy-to-use templates and follow our step-by-step editor and simple photo uploader to create beautiful memorials in no time.
Our team have written a collection of example eulogies for different situations and relationships.
Read them for inspiration. Each example eulogy template is downloadable in an editable format that you can use.
Remember you are not alone and you can lean on family or close friends to help you if your emotions get the better of you.Regardless of how stoic or in control you feel you are, prepare for this possibility, as things can change when the moment is upon you.
Ask a friend or family member who may be a step removed from the deceased to stand by. In the event that you find it too challenging to continue, they can step in without any disruption. Ask them to rehearse the speech also. Sometimes, just knowing they’re there can be of great comfort and help you continue.
Print Your Speech.Have your speech printed in large, easy to read double spaced type printed on a single side of the paper, or arranged on palm cards. In the event you become a little emotional, or nervous and flustered, it will be easy to keep track of where you are at and what you wish to say. Also, if your stand-in does take over, it will be easy for them to pick up where you left off.
Keep Tissues Handy.
It’s a good idea to keep some tissues handy. Don’t be afraid to acknowledge and show your feelings, even if that means a few tears. Just take your time and continue as you feel you are ready.
Pause and Breathe.
If you feel yourself choking up, just pause, look up to the back of the room above the congregation and take some deep breaths. Don’t rush or feel self-conscious. Everyone is there to support you.
Rehearse Several Times.
Practice reading your speech out loud several times in the days prior to the service, in exactly the way you plan to deliver it. This will really help you maintain composure on the day.
Keep it Short.
Keep the duration of the speech to around 3 – 5 minutes. It can be hard for people to follow if it’s too long and if you do become emotional it can be harder to get through. If you would like to cover more detail, consider multiple speakers. Each person could choose a different aspect of the deceased’s life or character to focus on.
Find answers to common questions about writing and delivering eulogies
Anyone can write and deliver the eulogy but commonly it would be someone who has spent a lot of time with the deceased over several years. This is often their partner, children or lifelong friend.
It is mostly recommended that a eulogy is between 3-5 minutes although sometimes they can be as long as 10 minutes.
While both a eulogy and an obituary tell the life story of someone who has passed the difference is than a eulogy is spoken at a funeral or life celebration where as an obituary is published either in a newspaper or online.
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