The eulogy allows family and friends to say goodbye to their loved one and acknowledge the gift they shared in being touched by his life. Few of us have time to learn how to write a eulogy in advance.
My feelings are that you should go with what feels right for you and what your departed loved one may have wanted. Maybe you're unsure of your ability to manage your emotions as you share your memories of your loved one. Collecting the information is also a good way to start as it will force you to write some things down.
If you find meaning in a poem, reading, or quote that reminds you of your loved one, consider sharing it in your eulogy. People who read the obituary should feel a sense of loss or should feel they ought to have known the deceased. If the deceased was a practical joker or light-hearted individual, maybe a poem that incorporates a bit of humor would remind their family of what a happy spirit that individual was.
I know some of what you are feeling right now which is why I wrote these articles. It is a chance to help others begin the transition to a life after the person's passing.
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