tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-92169302727636905962012-01-17T10:09:45.328-08:00Funeral poems are a cherished asset for people loosing a loved one. And learning how to write a eulogy is essential in honoring them.sidnelsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15806197603867260939noreply@blogger.comBlogger381100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9216930272763690596.post-4292158371334954202008-07-09T14:57:00.000-07:002008-07-09T15:06:25.270-07:00

As the title of this funeral poem suggests, the author, Edna St Vincent Millay, is trying to convey the fact that for some, time never allows us to get over the pain and loss of a loved one.Time does not bring relief; you all have liedWho told me time would ease me of my pain!I miss him in the weeping of the rain;I want him at the shrinking of the tide;The old snows melt from every mountain-side,

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This is a very nice video funeral poem by Sandro S.Graveyard's Meadow - A Poem

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Terry Ike Clanton recites his funeral poem "A Cowboys Last Request". Ike's poem has been read a many cowboys funerals since 2000. Cowboy Poetry "Live" every Tuesday night from the Haunted Saloon video webcast 10PM eastern 7PM pacific at: www.HauntedSaloon.com

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Remember the wonderful story and classic novel "Wuthering Heights"?Well, this funeral poem was written by that great author, Emily Jane Brontë, and I'm sure you'll agree her deepest most heartfelt sentiments are showcased in this outstanding funeral poem!No coward soul is mine,No trembler in the worlds storm-troubled sphere:I see Heavens glories shine,And faith shines equal, arming me from fear.O

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Kahlil Gibran is a very insightful man and this reflected in his funeral poems. There is a public school in New York City named after him in honor of his humanity.Then Almitra spoke, saying, "We would ask now of Death."And he said:"You would know the secret of death.But how shall you find it unless you seek it in the heart of life?The owl whose night-bound eyes are blind unto the day cannot

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Sonnets X was written by John Donne; a poet and preacher in the late 16th and early 17th centurys. According to Wikipedia.com, "His poetry is noted for its vibrancy of language and inventiveness of metaphor, compared with that of his contemporaries. He is famous for his Holy Sonnets."Death be not proud, though some have called theeMighty and dreadfull, for, thou art not soe,For, those, whom thou

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Tim Russert of "Meet The Press" recently passed and he will be greatly missed from so many of us who cherished the Sunday morning program of intellectual and extremely informative prowess.Words cannot simply invoke the feeling of loss of an excellent and fair news reporter like Tim. There are so few honorable and decent press reporters that only a very select few can be acquainted with his class

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Everybody likes Willie Nelson and he's back with his latest song "Grave Digger".I like this music video and Willie sounds and looks pretty cool digging that grave.WILLIE NELSON "Grave Digger"

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This is a nice funeral poem from an anonymous writer.Life is but a stopping place,A pause in what's to be,A resting place along the road,to sweet eternity.We all have different journeys,Different paths along the way,We all were meant to learn some things,but never meant to stay...Our destination is a place,Far greater than we know.For some the journey's quicker,For some the journey's slow.And

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This funeral poem was written by the late Czesław Miłosz, of Polish decent. He was born in Lithuaania in 1911 which was under Russia rule at the time.He eventually became a professor at Berkely and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in literature.You can read more about him in Wikipedia.Love means to learn to look at yourselfThe way one looks at distant thingsFor you are only one thing among

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What a tragic occurrence in America's history. To not only lose the President JFK, but also his brother RFK in a senseless and brutal assasination.We will never forget what these great men meant to our country and in observance of the anniversary of the great JFK's passing I'm adding this video of the funeral services. The eulogy is presented by his only surviving brother, Senator Ted Kennedy.

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Here is another excellent funeral poem by Emily Dickinson.I really like this one because it considers the person who lost someone who they loved but hits home to me on the part of grief.You just have to deal with it and transition through the process as many have before.It's just your turn!I measure every grief I meetWith analytic eyes;I wonder if it weighs like mine,Or has an easier size.I

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Loosing loved ones and funerals are the last thing on people's minds.But when it happens it sort of brings you back to reality and causes you to look at life and things in a different perspective.Today, June 2, 2008 is the 3 month anniversary of my Mother's passing and I can tell you it has certainly been a life changing experience.Please take a look at the video memorial I made for Mom here.I'd

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This is a pretty cool video funeral poem honoring a grandfather that was taken for granted. You never know just how much someone means to you until you loose them forever.This brief poem considers that and the military funeral tune "Taps" is used as a moment of silence and remembrance.

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This excellent funeral poem was written by the late great Wystan Hugh Auden. He was regarded as one of the greatest writers of the last century. He wrote a lot about love, religion and morals and this poem was used in a number of films and broadcasts.You can read more about him in Wikipedia.Stop all the clocks, cut off the telephone,Prevent the dog from barking with a juicy bone,Silence the

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Here is a classic funeral poem by by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.The day is ending,The night is descending;The marsh is frozen,The river dead.Through clouds like ashesThe red sun flashesOn village windowsThat glimmer red.The snow recommences;The buried fencesMark no longerThe road o'er the plain;While through the meadows,Like fearful shadows,Slowly passesA funeral train.The bell is pealing,

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A very interesting funeral poem by the great William Shakespeare!No longer mourn for me when I am deadThen you shall hear the surly sullen bellGive warning to the world that I am fledFrom this vile world, with vilest worms to dwell:Nay, if you read this line, remember notThe hand that writ it; for I love you soThat I in your sweet thoughts would be forgotIf thinking on me then should make you

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Death is nothing at all,I have only slipped into the next room I am I and you are youWhatever we were to each other, that we are still.Call me by my old familiar name,Speak to me in the easy way which you always usedPut no difference in your tone,Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrowLaugh as we always laughed at the little jokes we enjoyed together.Play, smile, think of me, pray for me.Let my

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Life happens and when you lose a loved one you have to transition through it and allow them to go, and move on with your life.That is one of life's mysteries most of us will have to face at one time or another.This excellent video funeral poem spells it out very eloquently.

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Elvis Presley left us years ago but his immortal memory lives on. Take a look at the crowd that payed tribute to him at his funeral.Here's more info on the "King" of Rock and Roll:Elvis Presley We speak with overdose, murder, death and even disguised false death after honoured during a funeral worthy of a head of state, after his body showed surprisingly rejuvenated the crowds, and after Royal

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This funeral poem sums up my view on my surviving loved ones. It tells them to be grateful for our time together but also encourages them to continue with their life.When I am gone, release me, let me go.I have so many things to see and do,You mustn't tie yourself to me with too many tears,But be thankful we had so many good years.I gave you my love, and you can only guessHow much you've

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Although this really isn't a funeral poem, I thought this Psalm would fit in nicely with the theme of this blog. This is only one of over 150 written by King David, the one who slew Goliath. And it really sums up the entire message of the Bible in condensed form.The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.He restoreth

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Everybody LOVES the "King".I had to add this video because it's a very touching hymn in the time of need.Without a doubt, Elvis Presley's wonderful voice changed a number of people's lives and he certainly made a difference to me.So please enjoy this really nice video.

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Introduction: This is a really interesting funeral poem by Christina Rosetti in 1879. It's included in " The Prince's Progress and Other Poems" by Goblin Market.Remember me when I am gone away,Gone far away into the silent land;When you can no more hold me by the hand,Nor I half turn to go, yet turning stay.Remember me when no more day by dayYou tell me of our future that you plann'd:Only

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This is a true life story of a woman who finally found herself after going through a mock funeral.Sometimes it takes a life changing event for us to finally "smell the roses" and step out of the person we are trying to be and live the life of the person that we ARE.I hope this video is an inspiration to you or someone you love. Because life really is too short. We should spend the time learning

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I've heard this prayer several times and I never knew who wrote it.It really sums up the contrite sentiments of a person who is facing the inevitable or is sincere about giving their life to God.Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Where there is hatred, let me sow love; Where there is injury, pardon; Where there is doubt, faith; Where there is

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There are a number of really good resources you can access that will help you and teach you how to write a eulogy.I researched the Internet and found several of them that I thought have some really good information. Please take a look at the links below and take advantage of their methods so you'll be better informed.We know that a first class eulogy can make a big difference in honoring the

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We all sooner or later have to deal with the more meaningful issues that life presents to us. And our response should be the best that we can offer in trying times.When I recently lost my mother, I felt compelled to offer a meaningful and fitting tribute to her memory and the positive effect she had on my life and the life of my sisters, family members and friends.If you're called upon to offer a

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Funerals are always a very sad affair and one of the saddest is for a young child or baby.This funeral poem video addresses that loss and includes some very comforting remarks and classical music.

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By Czeslaw MiloszLove means to learn to look at yourselfThe way one looks at distant thingsFor you are only one thing among many.And whoever sees that way heals his heart,Without knowing it, from various illsA bird and a tree say to him: Friend.Then he wants to use himself and thingsSo that they stand in the glow of ripeness.It doesnt matter whether he knows what he serves:Who serves best doesn't

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By Henry Van DykeI am standing upon the seashore.A ship at my side spreads her whitesails to the morning breezeand startsfor the blue ocean.She is an object of beauty and strength.I stand and watch her until at lengthshe hangs like a speck of white cloudjust where the sea and sky cometo mingle with each other.Then, someone at my side says;"There, she is gone!""Gone where?"Gone from my sight. That

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Mary Alice RamishWhen I am gone, release me, let me goI have so many things to see and doYou must not tie yourself to me with tearsBe happy that I have had so many yearsI gave you my love, you can only guessHow much you gave me in happinessI think you for the love each have shownBut now it is time I traveled on aloneSo grieve a while for me, if grieve you mustThen let your grief be

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If you can keep your head when all about youAre losing theirs and blaming it on you;If you can trust yourself when all men doubt you,But make allowance for their doubting too:If you can wait and not be tired by waiting,Or, being lied about, don't deal in lies,Or being hated don't give way to hating,And yet don't look too good, nor talk too wise; If you can dream---and not make dreams your

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Video funeral poems are fun to make and I'll be posting several pretty soon.But what's cool too is converting the videos into screensavers.You never know, some people require different things to help in the grieving process as they transition through difficult times.And a cool screensaver can help if it's done in a meaningful way.I created one with my most recent funeral poem titled "Remember Me"

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Eulogy Writing TipsThis is a difficult time for relatives and friends of a special person who has passed on. And delivering a first rate eulogy is essential not only in honoring the deceased but it also acts as a reference point for the relatives and friends.Because, long after the eulogy and funeral service is over, the main points and theme of the eulogy will be remembered and associated

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This is a nice poem with an upbeat theme to it so I used an upbeat tune to accompany it. Click here to download this flash movie.To the Living, I am gone,To the sorrowful, I will never return;To the angry, I was cheated.But to the happy, I am at peace.To the faithful, I have never left.Talk to me, and I will

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Emily Dickinson wrote a number of excellent funeral poems and this is one of her most famous. It outlines some of the things we take for granted that the subject sees as the Grim Reaper transports them to their final destination.Because I could not stop for Death,He kindly stopped for me;The carriage held but just ourselvesAnd Immortality.We slowly drove, he knew no haste,And I had put awayMy

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This well known funeral poem was written by the late Mary E. Frye. I selected this poem because it portrays my feeling about the spirit leaving the body. I don't believe your spirit ever dies but is actually everywhere. It's just that your consciousness is limited to your physical body when it's alive. Click

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