…because you shouldn’t have to start with a blank page. Writing an obituary is one of the hardest things to do at one of the hardest times in life. You’re grieving. You’re managing arrangements, fielding phone calls, making decisions you never wanted to make. Somewhere in the middle of it all, someone needs to capture […]
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The self-penned obituary: Is this labor of love a trend or a movement?
Among my clearest childhood memories is my Dad turning to the obituary page when the afternoon paper hit the porch each day. Some days he would make a comment about a person who had passed, other times he would just scan the page and move on to the sports section. In our small Florida town, […]
How to Write an Obituary
Obituaries help spread the word that someone has died. They commemorate the life and let others know when and where services will be held. Writing the obituary can be challenging. Few people can be objective enough to write their own. And, when writing an obituary for a deceased family member or friend, it’s difficult to be accurate and thorough — especially when grieving.
Fake Obituaries: A Troubling Trend
You might remember flipping through the newspaper obituary section or watching your parents and grandparents do this while telling stories about the familiar names they spotted. In fact, before social media, obituaries were the primary way we kept up with the passing of friends, neighbors, and acquaintances. Indeed, throughout history, preparing an obituary has held […]
Working with a Funeral Director: Arrangement Conferences
After a death has occurred there are many decisions to be made and details to be organized. The time set aside to accomplish these things is called the arrangement conference. Depending on the complexity or amount of details needed, this could take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours. Being prepared and knowing what to expect can greatly reduce confusion and stress during this time.
How do I let people know about a Celebration of Life?
Include information in the obituary, on social media, and via email or direct messages. For a stand-alone event held some time after the death, consider personally calling or writing to people who may not be active online. Formal invitations are not typical for funerals, but they are perfectly appropriate for a Celebration of Life and […]
After Me Mobile App
IN BRIEF: WHAT’S IN THIS ARTICLE? After Me Mobile is a funeral planning app that helps you organize end-of-life wishes, save important information, and share your plan securely. The After Me Planner makes end-of-life planning simple. Designed for individuals and families, this free mobile app helps you organize your funeral wishes, personal details, and important […]
Funeral Planning in the LGBTQ+ Community
By Guest Contributor Catherine Durkin Robinson Catherine Durkin Robinson is the owner of Anitya Doula Services. She completed the End-of-Life Doula Program at the University of Vermont and is a member of the National End of Life Doula Alliance (NEDA). Focus on LGBTQ Funeral Planning Death is known as the great equalizer, but equality isn’t always […]
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How to Plan a Celebration of Life
When someone dies, we want the chance to say goodbye, honor their memory, and find meaning in the loss. Throughout history, ceremony has served these purposes. Holding a meaningful service for someone we love remains one of the most important things we can do as we begin to grieve. What has changed is the form […]
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