# Eulogies

## Purpose

The eulogy or remembrance is the time to acknowledge and affirm the significance of the life lived. It is a time to share treasured memories, quotes, stories, or even your loved one’s favorite jokes. <br>

Eulogies can be intermixed throughout the the service, however, for simplicity, we recommend these remembrances together in one section.

## Ideas

**Include multiple readings or have more than one speaker perform the eulogy**

Eulogies or remembrances can be given by a single speaker or by multiple people.  The speakers can be pre-selected or the celebrant can open the floor to anyone who wishes to speak, more spontaneously. We recommend 2-5 speakers selected in advance.

**Use images or other visuals during the eulogy**

Create a slide of images or a slideshow to accompany the eulogy or remembrance. &#x20;

Here are some tips to help write a eulogy...

* [Delivering a Memorable Eulogy](https://phaneuf.net/blog/10-tips-for-writing-and-delivering-a-memorable-and-meaningful-eulogy)
* [5 Tips for Writing a Successful Eulogy](https://www.verywellhealth.com/how-to-write-a-eulogy-5-tips-for-success-1131957)
* [Funeral Wise - Eulogies](https://www.funeralwise.com/plan/eulogy/)
* [Eulogy Examples](https://www.loveliveson.com/eulogy-examples/)
* [Capturing a Life in Words](https://www.remembranceprocess.com/capturing-a-life-in-words/guide-to-writing-a-eulogy/)
* [Eulogy Template](https://www.creative-funeral-ideas.com/eulogy-template.html)


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