Eulogy Content
Things to consider
- When and where the deceased was born
- Nicknames and other names known to others
- Parent's names, where they met and married
- Brothers and sisters and their place in the family
- Early childhood — localities and interests
- Schools attended, awards given
- Academic or trade qualifications and achievements
- Interesting stories about childhood days
- Details of any military service
- Details of marriages, divorces, and other significant relationships
- Details about children, grandchildren, or great-grandchildren
- Details of any club membership, positions held
- Details of sporting achievements
- Details of hobbies or interests, travel, crafts
- Details of historical significance
- Preferences, likes and dislikes — activities(e.g. music, theatre)
- Special stories, sayings, or qualities of significance to others
- Special reading, poetry or music to be included
We encourage those close to the deceased to commemorate that person's life — to remember them well — and our staff are available to give you guidance, information and suggestions.
