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Eulogy Writing Guide: Write and Deliver a Memorial Speech

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Write a heartfelt eulogy with a gentle interview, a simple structure, a timed draft and tips for delivering it when you are grieving.

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I have been asked to speak at a funeral or memorial for [PERSON_NAME], who was my [RELATIONSHIP]. I am grieving and want your help to write a eulogy that sounds like me and honours them. Please be gentle and practical. Speaking time: about [SPEAKING_MINUTES] minutes. Setting and tone of the service: [SERVICE_TONE] (religious, secular, celebration of life). Things I do not want to mention: [OFF_LIMITS].

Start by interviewing me, one question at a time and in a kind tone. Ask for: what they were like in a few words; a small everyday memory; a funny moment; something they taught me; what they loved; something they would want people to remember; and who is in the room. Let me skip any question. Use my answers and the details I have given here only: [MY_MEMORIES]. Do not invent stories, quotes, dates or family details.

Then produce:

1. A draft eulogy at the right length for [SPEAKING_MINUTES] (about 130 words per minute), with a simple structure: opening, who they were, two short stories, what they gave us, closing words.

2. A shorter version of 2 minutes in case I cannot manage a long one.

3. Delivery tips: breathing, pace, a printed copy in large type, a water glass, what to do if my voice breaks, and a person to take over if needed.

4. A checklist for the day before.

Offer to adjust tone, humour and length. Keep language plain and warm.

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Opening (invented example)
Good morning. I am Hannah, Walter's granddaughter. Thank you all for being here.

Grandad was a man of small rituals. Tea at four. The crossword in pen. A whistle you could hear from the end of the street, which meant it was time to come home.

Delivery note: this opening is about 45 words, roughly 20 seconds. Pause after "thank you all for being here" and take a breath before the next line.

Question I might ask you: "What did he say or do that always made you laugh?"
You can skip any question.

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