How to Write a Memorable Obituary

sarah.humphrey • March 28, 2022

Writing an obituary can be difficult and cathartic, all at the same time. Some families come together to help decide what is written, and some designate a certain person who has a way with words to be the author. When you are seeking cremation services near Cleveland, OK , you will likely need to write an obituary around the same time. These are some of the details you should include making it personal and unforgettable. 

Biographical and Personal Information. You must set off the piece by announcing the death of your loved one. You can include as little or much information as you want to share. Be sure to include details about their life, such as where they went to school, what they studied, where they worked, what church or social groups they attended, etc. If they had a thriving social life or unique hobbies that people remember them by, don’t be afraid to mention these. Give it character, and make sure it is representative of who they were in life. You can list their favorite things, or tell a beloved family story. Ask family and friends for their favorite memories, quotes, or stories from your loved one, and include some of these in the obituary. This can be a way to celebrate their life and accomplishments, and many people will read it who likely have all different kinds of ties to their memory. It will also serve as a lasting record of their life, and later generations may look back upon it to learn something new about their ancestors. 

Listing Family Members. You will need to include a list of family members, both surviving and not, of the deceased. It doesn’t need to be completely comprehensive, but a good base to go on would include parents, spouse, children, their spouses, grandchildren, and siblings. 

Details of Funeral and Services. At the end of the piece, it’s common to list the details of the viewing, visitation, funeral, or memorial service that will be held. This is a way for you to reach the community with this information, without having to try and contact every person who may want to attend. Some people express a desire for a memorial fund to be set up in their name, to be donated to an organization of their choice. This information can be included here as well for those who wish to donate. 

If you take these ideas into consideration, it won’t be difficult to write an engaging and memorable obituary that will honor the memory of your loved one. If you are seeking cremation services near Cleveland, OK, and need help with getting started on writing the obituary, please let us know at Cremation Society of Oklahoma. We can provide examples, and help provide you with a base to start with the writing process. Our dedicated staff is here to help you, whether you are in immediate need, or are beginning the process of making pre-arrangements for yourself. Give us a call anytime and let us help you write a meaningful obituary.

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