Death- Not to be defeated

Funerals and the many customs connected with marking the transient of a loved one allow people to express grief over their loss. During times of sorrow and pain, people often turn to unconventional forms of art to and to express their pain. More often than not, a close friend or family member is asked to deliver a memorial speech, also called to tribute the deceased. Today, an acclamation can take the form of a speech, a letter and even a poem. Writing a funeral poem as part of a eulogy, to display at the visitation or for your own relieve allows you to use the art of language to express what you’re feeling. You can also make use of them in the funeral program and include a poem that speaks of the deceased being in a far better place such as heaven.

If you choose to write a funeral poem, make a choice first who the poem will be shared with. Will the poem be for your own personal use or will it be for a group of people sharing the loss of a loved one is an important question to ask with oneself. If the poem is a private expression to help you address your own thoughts, you can be more liberal in what you write down. Private verses allow you to be entirely open about how the deceased’s transitory makes you feel. This personal type of poetry allows you to write about more intimate or private memories that you may not be at ease distribution with others. Don’t feel that you have to write what others want to hear – just be sincere in your writing and people will be pleased about your feelings and words.

After you’ve determined the purpose and audience of your poem, take some quiet time to let your thoughts flow. Think about the memories you have of your friend or family member – your fondest period spent together, their personality, passions and life achievements. You should not feel hampered by rhyme structures or worry about your writing skills – plainly let the word come; a funeral poem that takes the form of a verse, a letter or a speech is completely appropriate.

Generally, a funeral poem is read during the program if you desire to deliver your poem during the service, bring a copy of the poem to read from. To try and memorize touching words while you’re coping with a host of emotions is a difficult task. It can be even harder to learn the words if your voice falters or if you’re uncomfortable speaking in front of a group.

Many funeral homes present memorial pamphlets to mourners. Heartfelt words can be a poignant addition to any funeral program or pamphlet and are often kept as mementos. Several families prefer to place a memorial announcement in their local newspaper a year after the loved one’s passing. This is another option if you feel at ease sharing your writing after some time has passed.