How to Write a Eulogy

Here is a list of things that you could include, and they should be included roughly in this order.

• When and where the deceased was born
• Nick names and/or names known to others
• Parents names – where they met and married
• Brothers and sisters, and place in family
• Early childhood – localities and interests
• Some interesting stories about childhood
• Schools attended, awards given
• Academic or trade qualifications and achievements
• Details of War or military service
• Details of marriages, divorces, significant relationships
• Details of children, grandchildren, great grandchildren
• Details of any club memberships, 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 that are significant to others
• Special reading, music or poetry to be included