Guidelines for writing a Eulogy

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
• 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

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