In addition to a formal Eulogy, other speeches are typically given during a Funeral or Memorial Service.

Most often, they are given by members of the surviving family, or close friends and loved ones of the deceased.

Choosing who participates is entirely up to the surviving family, or those in charge of the service, and so it is entirely acceptable to decline a request to speak if there are already enough speakers, or if it would be inappropriate for other reasons.

To provide the richest description of the deceased, it may help to get a variety of people to speak, such as friends, coworkers, and religious or community organizations.

In some cases, speaking opportunity can be opened to the entire community, available for anyone if they are comfortable.

Regardless of who is speaking, once everyone has been chosen, work with the Officiant so they know how to introduce each speaker when it's time.