Eulogy writer: a gentle place to start
Answer as many or as few questions as you like, and we'll shape your memories into a first draft you can edit, print and read aloud. Take your time. There are no wrong answers.
Private to you. Everything you type stays in this browser on this device. It's saved as you go so nothing is lost if you close the page, and nothing is sent to us or anyone else. Use Clear everything when you're finished, especially on a shared computer.
- Share your memoriesA few words or a few paragraphs, whatever comes.
- Choose a toneTraditional, warm or light-hearted.
- Edit, then printMake it your own, then print or save as a PDF.
Your draft
Your eulogy, ready to make your own
This is only a starting point. Change any word, add the details only you know, and read it aloud a few times. Your edits are saved on this device too.
Before you read it on the day
- Aim for about three to five minutes. That's roughly 400 to 700 words.
- Read it aloud at home, and mark where you'd like to pause or take a breath.
- Print it in a large font, and bring a glass of water.
- It's all right to show emotion. If you'd feel better with a backup, ask someone to have a copy ready to read for you.
- Need a hand? Our guide How to write a eulogy walks through each step, and the Killick family is here on 1800 607 880, day or night.
More help from the Killick family
- How to write a eulogy: a gentle step-by-step guide
- What to do when someone dies in Queensland
- Planning ahead, so your family knows your wishes
- Funeral notices and tributes