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Placing a funeral notice can be a daunting task, but we are here to assist you. In this article, we will provide you with guidelines and templates for writing a funeral notice, whether it's for a newspaper print or an online publication.
The price of a funeral notice varies depending on the newspaper and the level of detail you include. If you decide to write the notice yourself, keep in mind that reducing the information may not always be the best choice. While you may try to keep the wording minimal to reduce the number of lines in your notice, it's important to include all the necessary details to ensure that people are well-informed. Ultimately, the choice of wording is entirely up to you, and it should convey what you want it to say.
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When it comes to writing a funeral notice for print, simplicity and sharing only essential information are often preferred. If you don't feel comfortable writing the notice yourself, a funeral director or a member of My Tributes team can assist you. Generally speaking, the following example serves as a good start:
If the funeral has already taken place, you can modify the above wording as follows:
You may also include any special wishes, such as requesting no flowers or suggesting donations to a particular charity. Additionally, you might want to include a heartfelt line to express your emotions and commemorate your loved one.
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An online funeral notice allows for more flexibility compared to a printed notice. Typically, the first sentence should include the full name of the deceased, the city they lived in, the date of their passing, and optionally, information about where and how they died (this is a personal choice).
The notice should conclude with details about the funeral, burial, wake, or memorial service, as well as information about any foundation or charity where memorial gifts can be donated.
If you need inspiration, you can find current examples of funeral notices on My Tributes here. Additionally, we have provided templates below to help guide you through the writing process.
If the funeral has already taken place, you can modify the above wording as follows:
My Tributes offers different options to provide families with a heartfelt way to communicate a death, funeral, or tribute in both print and online formats.
You can get started with placing your notice here.