Here is some of the content you should focus on when preparing your tribute speech.
admiration and respect
a focus on positive qualities: perseverance, dedication, humility, compassion, honesty, trustworthiness, loyalty, sacrifice, service, kindness, humor …
highlighting accomplishments and the difficulties overcome to achieve them
a reflection on the positive impact and contribution of the focal group or person on the lives of others
grateful acknowledgment of what we can learn from their example to take into the future
