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Writing an obituary

The obituary is how people learn of your loved one's death and finds out details of the funeral. The basic format of an obituary includes:
  • Your loved one's name, age, city of residence at birth and death
  • Their milestones in life (school, accomplishments, marriage, kids)
  • Their personality and prominent qualities
  • The survivors' names
  • The funeral/memorial info
Need some inspiration? Take a look at these obituary templates from Legacy.