Reading a verse or poem is one way to remember and capture the essence of the person you are honouring. When choosing funeral poems and readings, firstly, think about the character of the person you wish remember, the role they played in your life and how you want to honour them. Secondly, think about the people that will be gathered to pay tribute to this person and choose a poem or reading that they will connect with. Thirdly, choose a verse that will aptly reflect your love for the person you are paying tribute to.