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After a loved one passes, you may be left to work through many challenging emotions. While grief takes time and is unique to each mourner, one exercise which may help to start the healing process is writing a eulogy. Commonly delivered at memorial services, these speeches honor the life of the departed and often include essential details. As you prepare your address, here are some tips to bear in mind.

3 Tips for Writing a Meaningful Eulogy

1. Include Some Lighthearted Memories

Often, people are unsure of where to start with a eulogy. Depending on factors such as your audience and the nature of your loved one’s passing, a lighthearted – and perhaps even humorous – anecdote may be the right place to start. Think of any quirks the person was known for or stories that highlight some of the best-loved aspects of their character.

2. Aim for a Time Limit

memorial serviceWhether you’re delivering the speech at a graveside or memorial service, it’s essential to keep the length in mind. You’ll want to hold your guests’ attention, so try to cap the speech at three to five minutes. It may seem daunting to capture an entire person’s life in such a short amount of time, but you can always practice reading your speech out loud. Then, condense it as needed.  

3. Tie in Important Events & Qualities

Ultimately, there’s simply no way to recount all of your fond memories in a single speech, let alone an entire memorial service. Instead, be sure to highlight your loved one’s standout events and qualities. Military service, family members, dedication to their career and loved ones, a sense of humor, resilience, and similar attributes should be incorporated. You can refer back to their obituary to ensure all of the critical points are covered, too.

 

The compassionate team from Brater-Winer Funeral Home knows that after a loved one’s passing, many aspects of planning a funeral or memorial service may feel daunting. For this reason, their professional staff is available to help with every step. Serving the Cincinnati, OH, community, this funeral home ensures each service is personalized to honor individuals with the utmost level of respect. Explore more helpful resources by visiting their website, or call (513) 941-1940 to speak with a team member about our unique services.

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