Example of a Cousin Eulogy offers a touching blueprint to assist in honoring the life of your loved one.
Ladies and gentlemen, family and friends,
We have gathered here today to celebrate the life of a truly exceptional person: Justin, our beloved cousin, friend, and family member. Before I delve into the wonderful memories I have of Justin, I would like to share with you a fitting poem – Funeral Blues by W.H. Auden, which perfectly encapsulates the deep sense of loss we are all feeling today:
"Stop all the clocks, cut off the telephone,
Prevent the dog from barking with a juicy bone,
Silence the pianos and with muffled drum
Bring out the coffin, let the mourners come.
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He was my North, my South, my East and West,
My working week and my Sunday rest,
My noon, my midnight, my talk, my song;
I thought that love would last forever: I was wrong."
Justin may not have been our literal North, South, East, or West, but for many of us, he was our compass in life – a guiding force with an unwavering moral compass. He was the epitome of humility and grace, always leading by example and inspiring us to be better versions of ourselves.
As Justin's cousin, I was fortunate to have shared many unforgettable moments with him - moments filled with laughter, surprise, and care. Growing up alongside him, I can confidently say that he genuinely loved his family and friends, leaving an impression on everyone he encountered by his genuine kindness and infectious spirit.
Justin knew how to put a smile on everyone's faces with an uncanny sense of humor and a contagious laugh that would simply light up the room. His embrace truly had the ability to make problems seem lighter and lives much brighter.
We all sometimes struggle to find inspiration in life. Yet, with Justin in our lives, inspiration was never far away. He would offer insight and wisdom not through long speeches, but in the small, everyday moments. He took the time to know us, to care about us, and to guide us. It is in these simple acts that Justin's legacy will live on, a beacon of light amongst the darkest shadows.
I thought that love would last forever: I was wrong.
But now, as we gather together, I amend that thought: With Justin, maybe love can indeed defy the mortality, for the love he gave us in life continues to live on in our hearts where his memory remains undying. It is important that we hold on to the legacy he left behind: a legacy of love, laughter, humility, and inspiration that will allow us to carry Justin's spirit with us in all that we do.
As we part ways, I want us to remember one final line from the Funeral Blues:
"The stars are not wanted now: put out every one;
Pack up the moon and dismantle the sun;
Pour away the ocean and sweep up the wood;
For nothing now can ever come to any good."
With Justin's passing, it might feel like the world is crumbling, but I challenge each and every one of us to make certain that good does come of this immense sorrow. Channel Justin's indomitable spirit and the instrumental role he played in our lives as a reminder to live our lives with humility, inspiration, and the same unwavering love that he did. For in doing so, we immortalize Justin - not only in our memories but also in the lives we touch and the positive impact we bring about in this world.
In closing, I want to say thank you, Justin. Thank you for being our compass in life and for guiding us in the right direction. There will always be an empty space in our hearts that can never be filled, but for now, let us hold on to the memories, the laughter, and the love our dear cousin and friend gave each of us.
Rest in peace, Justin. You are loved, and you will be missed forever.