People Who Might Speak At A Cremation Service

Cremation services in Mattoon, IL are a lot more casual than a funeral service. You don’t have to have just one person giving a eulogy. There can be many speakers or you can ask just one person to share memories. IT all depends on what kind of service you want and what you want to do to honor your loved one. Whether you are going to ask people specifically to share something, or you are going to just let things flow as they will, here are some people who might feel the need to speak at a cremation service.

The Spouse

When someone’s spouse passes away, they might want to say some things at the service for them. This could, however, be too difficult, so it is also not uncommon for the spouse to just listen to what others share. Sometimes, the spouse might write something out that they want to share and if they aren’t able to, someone else can read it for them.

Children

Adult children of someone who has passed on might find it in themselves to share some memories of their parents. Again, it might be too hard for some or all of them, but those who are able to share can be very powerful and memorable if they are able.

Grandchildren

Older grandkids aren’t always as close to their grandparents as a direct child so they may be more able to speak at final service. They can share about the time grandpa took them fishing or when grandma taught them a famous family recipe. The memories are endearing and they can mean a lot to the person speaking as well.

Friends

Friends are sometimes able to share memories about the person who passed away that even some of the family members don’t know. That can be very special—to learn something new about that person and understand more about their life. Friends from the past can talk about how the person was when they were growing up and current friends can share recent memories.

Cousins/Aunts/Uncles

The family members who are just one step removed from direct family members often make great speakers. They may know a lot of stories and they are also just a step away from the person who passed on so they may be able to speak easier. They also have a connection to closer family members so they can get other stories if they so choose.

There are many other people you could call upon to speak at cremation services in Mattoon, IL, or you can have an open time for anyone who wants to speak to have the ability to do so. Co-workers, for example, might feel the need to share something and others you might not have thought about in the first place. If you want advice on how to arrange the services, the professionals at Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home Ltd are here to help. Give us a call and we’ll answer any questions you need.