Monday, June 29, 2009

tim russert funeral ground rules

Knowing how to put together a public tribute for a funeral is a tough thing. 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.

Personal experiences are expected to be re told and reminisced, and to be shared with other people who will be listening. Don t worry about exposing your emotions. You may feel that you are too sad or that you don't have the skills to write and deliver an appropriately moving tribute at a funeral or memorial service.

The most common format for a eulogy is to follow through the major life events of the person chronologically, and to highlight distinctive personal incidents and memories. You only have one chance to collect everyone s memories. You'll only have to speak for five to ten minutes, your gift will live on in the hearts of the deceased's family and friends.

Don't worry if it runs just a bit longer, take a deep breath and try to relax. As hard as it may seem right now, it gets better.

Levi and Catherine Coffin - take time to reflect

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