Don’t worry about finding the perfect words. Just share your thoughts as they come—even a few simple memories are enough. I’ll gently shape what you provide into a heartfelt tribute that sounds natural and true to you.
Complete the questions below in the body of an email addressed to [email protected] Don't know how to copy and paste? Here's how:
On a PC (Windows)
Highlight the questionnaire text below (Click and drag your mouse over all the questions)
Click inside the email body and Paste (Right-click → Paste or press Command ⌘ + V)
Type your answers directly after each question
Hit Send when you're ready
Your Name:
Your Loved One's Name:
Your Phone Number:
Your Email Address:
A eulogy often begins by thanking people for coming and for the words of sympathy and encouragement that have been sent in cards or emails. Would you like the eulogy to begin with a ‘thank you’ statement?:
He/She is my (relationship):
What did YOU call him/her? What was his/her age? If married, spouses name. How long were they married? Is the spouse living? Describe their relationship in at least one of these terms: Mutual Admiration And Respect, Affection, Commitment, Communication, Companionship, Mutual Support, Loving, Helper, Soul Mate, Inspiration to others: Children's Names: Are the children adults or children? Are they all living? Did he/she have grandchildren and/or great grandchildren? What were those relationships like: Patient, Fun, Always there, Empathetic, Supportive, Flexible, Encouraging, Willing listener, Fairness, Unconditional love, Responsiveness, Good Role Model: What stories of his/her childhood did he/she tell? Any stories about teen and young adult years? Did he/she ever serve in the military? Which branch? Any stories you recall? Was he/she: Adaptable, Compassionate, Confident, Creative, Emotional, Empathetic, Forgiving, Generous, Honest, Kind, Natural Leader, Loyal, Open-minded, Patient, Positive, Problem-solver, Reliable, Resilient, Respectful, Self-aware, Self-disciplined, Self-motivated, Funny, Hard working, Outgoing?: Had he/she been ill for a while or did he/she die suddenly?: Was he/she living independently or in a nursing/rehab facility?: What education level did he/she reach? If college, what did he/she major in?: Did he/she have any obstacles to overcome in his/her life?: What did he/she do for a living? For what company? For how long? Had he/she retired? Did he/she enjoy their work?: What gave him/her joy?: Reading , Shopping , Singing, Listening to music, Going to the theatre , Dancing , Scrapbooking , Genealogy , Hiking , Biking , Board games , Swimming , Surfing the web , Writing , Watching movies , Going for walks , Going to the beach , Visiting museums and art galleries , Lunch with friends , Playing a musical instrument.: Was he/she a religious person? If so, to what extent? Did he/she have a church or synagogue or mosque? Is there a passage of sacred writing that you would like to have used in the eulogy?: Who were his/her closest friends? How did they meet? What did they enjoy doing together?: Is there some phrase or words he/she always used - some expression uniquely his/hers? What did it mean?: Did he/she have any pets? If so, please describe them.: How do you think he/she most influenced the lives of those he/she knew?: Anything else you think we should know about your loved one.: What do you think he/she would say were the biggest achievements of his/her life (other than having and raising family)?: What do you think he/she was most grateful for in life?: What would you say might have been the greatest day or days of his/her life (other than children being born)?: What trait or characteristic or value do you think he or she would most like to have passed on to the next generations?: Did he/she enjoy music? What kind? Any favorite songs?: A eulogy typically ends with a final thought or message to your loved one, talking about the impact they had on others and on you. What should that statement include.: