As a helpful guide, the following may be of assistance in preparing a eulogy:
- When and where was the deceased born
- Nicknames and/or names known to others
- Parents names, where they met and married
- Brothers and Sisters
- Early childhood, localities and interests
- Schools attended, awards gained
- Academic or trade qualifications and achievements
- Some interesting items about childhood days
- Details of any war or military service if appropriate
- Details of marriages, divorces, children, significant relationships
- Details of grandchildren/great grandchildren
- Details of any Club memberships, position held
- Details of sporting achievements
- Details of any hobbies or interests, travel, crafts etc.
- Details of historical significance
- Preferences, likes and dislikes
- Details of activities e.g. music, theatre etc.
- Any special stories, sayings, qualities that are significant to others
- Special readings, music or poetry to be included if you wish
Try and keep the eulogy to around 5-10 minutes in length so this allows enough time for others to speak.
