Sunday, November 30, 2008

poems for a funeral service

It may take some time before a person would be fully adept to create his or her own eulogy without needing any help, but if that person is a beginner, might as well check around these articles for useful tips. Close family members and friends are also asked to speak on the subject, but may not know what to say.

The best services mix memories, comfort and encouragement. In many cultures and religious traditions, part of these rituals is the delivery of a eulogy, a short memorial message celebrating the person's accomplishments and important moments. You will undoubtedly find clues as to the type of music the deceased most enjoyed and even particular albums, tapes, and CDs by specific artists.

Writing a eulogy is harder when you don't know how. Using poetry to help with grief, to express love or pain and to memorialize a friend or family member is very powerful and will be appreciated by others who have experienced a loss. Poems can range in topics and styles, flowery or overly dramatic poetry is not the only option available.

It is a tribute, do it justice. You can include poems, quotations or passages from the Bible, when appropriate.

California Death Notices - take time to reflect

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