The other words that can be used for funeral speech include eulogy, paean and encomium.
I would call this kind of speech 'poetic'. It contains a simile ('like a dream'), a figure of speech which is often used in poetry.
encomium or eulogy
A noun; it is a particular kind of tree.
"Sincerity" is a noun. Her sincerity is refreshing.
It is called a Eulogy.
Doug gave the eulogy at his father's funeral. (Eulogy being the speech in praise of the deceased).
A speech or writing in commendation of the character or services of a person; as, a fitting eulogy to worth.
The eulogy.
The eulogy of the deceased was kind and appropriate.
To deliver Caesar's eulogy (funeral speech)
This is called a "eulogy".
He gave a moving eulogy at the funeral of his friend.Eulogy= a good speech; spoken or written praise of someone or something, especially of a person who has recently died.
The other words that can be used for funeral speech include eulogy, paean and encomium.
The types of speeches according to occasions include informative speeches (providing information or teaching), persuasive speeches (convincing or influencing), entertaining speeches (captivating and amusing the audience), and special occasion speeches (commemorating, celebrating, or honoring an event or person). Each type serves a different purpose and is tailored to the specific event or audience.
Eulogy. from the Greek- to speak well- of someone.
A poem written about someone who has passed away is typically called an elegy. Elegies often express sorrow, grief, and admiration for the deceased person.