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Original, practical guides for writing an obituary, planning a service program, choosing the right words, and preparing memorial pieces for print.

Updated August 6, 2026 · Editorially reviewed by TributeReady

Obituary writing guide

How to write an obituary

Learn how to write a warm, accurate obituary, from gathering facts and choosing a structure to revising the final tribute.

9 minute read

Obituary examples

Read original obituary examples for a parent, partner, private service, and short newspaper notice, with notes on what each does well.

10 minute read

Program planning

Plan a clear funeral or memorial order of service with adaptable templates for traditional, religious, and celebration-of-life gatherings.

8 minute read

Funeral program checklist

Use this practical checklist to decide what belongs in a funeral program, from the cover and order of service to acknowledgments.

8 minute read

Printing guide

Prepare, proof, and print a funeral program at home or through a local printer with practical guidance on paper, folds, and quantities.

9 minute read

Celebration-of-life examples

Explore original celebration-of-life program examples for garden, community, and intimate gatherings, plus ideas for personal details.

9 minute read

Wording guide

Find concise, heartfelt memorial card wording for traditional, religious, and celebration-of-life keepsakes, with fictional examples.

8 minute read

Thank-you wording guide

Write sincere funeral thank-you cards with adaptable wording for flowers, meals, donations, attendance, officiants, and pallbearers.

8 minute read

Turn memories and service details into an editable obituary, print-ready program, and coordinated keepsakes.