Funeral Etiquette

There was a time when death was discussed and planned with many cultures having elaborate ceremonies designed to see those they have lost on the road to their new life - wherever that may have been, or indeed, be.

Nowadays death has become a subject that no-one wants to discuss. It is no longer thought proper to make advance preparations for the funeral and those who are left are faced with the task of organising this event when they feel least able to cope.

The etiquette of a funeral will largely be dictated by the faith of the deceased, with many different religions and cultures observing different rites and rituals.

It's important to keep sight of the fact that a funeral should be meaningful and give comfort to those who are left behind to grieve.

I hope the contents here will offer you some comfort at your time of loss.

The Funeral Reading

Making Your Reading Unique and Special

How do you make your funeral reading unique and special?

There are many suggestions for thoughtful and appropriate readings in the book suggested below but there are times when you want to say something more.

It is at times like this when you may want to think about having a special poem written for and about your loved one. A poem that uniquely expresses your sentiments and describes your thoughts.

Such a service is offered. At a gift of poetry a unique poem will be written to meet your exact requirements with many testimonials showing very high levels of satisfaction with the end result.

It's just another idea for you to consider when planning a funeral.

Even Though You're Gone - Angelis

Words, Words are not enough
For me to say how much I miss you
You flew away too soon
I feel so alone not with you

But when I close my eyes
Every-night

I hear your voice
Like an angel
And your here again
And inside I swear
I hear your words
They sing through me
And I m back where I belong

You are here even though you re gone

You're here everywhere I go
Deep inside my heart forever
One, One sweet day I know
That We will be back together

And until then
Here in the dark

I hear your voice
Like an angel
And your here again
And inside I swear
I hear your words
They sing through me
And I m back where I belong

You are here even though you re gone
And I know that inside you live on

I hear your voice
Like an angel
And your here again
And inside I swear
I hear your words
They sing through me
And I m back where I belong

You are here even though you re gone
And I know that inside you live on

Writing the Eulogy

How to Write the Perfect Eulogy

Whilst it may be an honour to be asked to write and give the Eulogy at a funeral, it can also be an extremely stressful experience.

You don't want to get it wrong. You want to take the opportunity to say everything that needs to be said as you bid farewell to your loved one.

There is a fantastic guide available on writing a eulogy to remember which takes you through the whole process from gathering information and ideas to putting it together and delivering your message.

It's just another option to make things a little easier on yourself at a time when you may feel least able to cope with the practical steps that need to be taken.

Some helpful funeral links

Poems for Funerals: Some thoughtful words about poems for funerals
How to Write a Eulogy: Help with writing a eulogy for your loved one
Funeral Hymns: Thoughts on funeral hymns
Poems for funerals: More thoughts about poems for funerals
Planning the Perfect Funeral: Help with planning the perfect funeral
Funeral Etiquette: Exploring what has to be done regarding funeral arrangements

Do Not stand at My Grave and Weep

Your Funeral Guide

If you want a comprehensive guide to funeral hymns, poems, readings, quotations and a host of other things this may be just the resource you are looking for.

Being an eBook it is available for immediate download which can be useful when your need is immediate.

Do Not Stand at My Grave and Weep contains a wealth of ideas to help you with your funeral planning

Funeral Thoughts

Even Though You're Gone

Tribute To My Brother. Even Though You're Gone - Angelis Words, Words are not enough For me to say how much I miss you You flew away too soon I feel so alone not with you But when I close my eyes Every-night I hear your voice Like an angel And your here again And inside I swear I hear your words They sing through me And I m back where I belong You are here even though you re gone You're here everywhere I go Deep inside my heart forever One, One sweet day I know That We will be back together And until then Here in the dark I hear your voice Like an angel And your here again And inside I swear I hear your words They sing through me And I m back where I belong You are here even though you re gone And I know that inside you live on I hear your voice Like an angel And your here again And inside I swear I hear your words They sing through me And I m back where I belong You are here even though you re gone And I know that inside you live on