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Make them laugh, but be respectful. A Don’t be afraid to show emotion.
funeral is not a roast, however there is Funerals are an extremely emotional
room for humor in your eulogy. Fondly event, nobody expects you not to shed
remember a story about the person a few tears. However, if you feel that
that everyone can relate too. Keep it you will be too strongly overcome by
appropriate, there will be children and your emotions, have a back-up plan
the elderly there that may not share in place where someone you trust can
the same sense of humor. Laughter is deliver the eulogy for you. Give them
truly the best medicine, and some well a copy well in advance if you feel this
placed humor will help people cope, could be an issue.
and will bring back fond memories of
the deceased. Have a glass of water as well as
tissues handy.
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