Delivering a eulogy is a beautiful way to commemorate the life of a loved one. When preparing words for a funeral service, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the delicate duty at hand. There are a variety of ways to approach the task to make sure your speech is both memorable and celebratory.

How to Ensure an Excellent Eulogy for Funeral Services

Think Positive

Brainstorm a few fond memories that celebrate, pay tribute, or venerate the deceased. Depending on the audience, tell a story that leads to a chuckle or cracks a smile among the memorial service attendees. The purpose of a eulogy is to reminisce and reflect on the life of a loved one. Because of this, praise and positivity are key.

Give Background 

After sharing a meaningful memory, give a brief biography of the departed. Talk about their childhood, accomplishments, aspirations, and most admirable traits. In closing, recall how the person impacted you and influenced the lives of others.

Keep It Brief

Although you may be tempted to deliver a long speech that traces all of the triumphs and tribulations of your loved one, the most effective eulogies are on the shorter side. As a general rule of thumb, write a passage that lasts between three to five minutes for optimal impact.

Practice 

Once you’ve outlined the eulogy, practice by reciting and reading through your cue cards. To steady any nerves or combat feelings of stage fright, try memorizing the main bullet points of your speech.

Wear Your Heart on Your Sleeve

Delivering a eulogy at a memorial service can be a very emotional experience. Despite the formality of the occasion, don’t feel compelled to put on a brave face or conceal your emotions. After all, the most stirring eulogies are given from the heart. On the other hand, never feel pressured to fake any emotions. Remember that the best way to honor the deceased is through genuine reverence and sincerity.

For thirty years, Stine-Kilburn Funeral Home of Lebanon has supported families in Warren County, OH, with caskets, cremation urns, funeral planning consultations, burials, and other facets of funeral services. To learn more about them and their exceptional offerings, call (513) 932-1239 or visit them online.