Helping Us Write an Obituary
Help Us Share Your Loved One's Story
Information to Help Us Create a Meaningful Obituary
Every life has a story worth sharing. An obituary is a special way to honor your loved one, celebrate their life, and share their passing with family, friends, and the community.

We understand that gathering information during a time of loss can feel overwhelming. To help us create a thoughtful and meaningful obituary, we’ve put together a list of details that may be helpful to share with us.
You do not need to have every answer. Please provide whatever information you feel comfortable sharing, and our staff will be happy to help you with the rest.
Personal Information
- Full legal name of your loved one
- Preferred name or nickname
- Age at the time of passing
- Date of birth
- Date of passing
- Place of birth and hometown
- Where they lived at the time of passing
Family Information
- Names of parents
- Spouse or significant other’s name
- Names of children and stepchildren
- Names of grandchildren and great-grandchildren
- Names of siblings
- Other important family members or loved ones
- Names of family members who preceded them in death
Please include the relationships and names as you would like them to appear in the obituary.
Life Story and Accomplishments
- Where did your loved one attend school or college?
- What was their career, occupation, or profession?
- Did they serve in the military?
- Were they involved in any organizations, clubs, churches, or community groups?
- What hobbies, interests, or activities did they enjoy?
- What were they especially known for?
- Were there any special accomplishments or milestones they were proud of?
Personality and Special Memories
- What words best describe your loved one?
- What brought them the most joy?
- Did they have any favorite sayings, traditions, or memorable stories?
- What will family and friends remember most about them?
- Is there anything else you would like people to know about their life?
Service and Memorial Information
- Will there be a visitation, funeral service, celebration of life, or memorial service?
- Are there any special service details you would like included?
- Would you like to mention a preferred charity or organization for memorial donations?
- Are there any special instructions regarding flowers, donations, or other tributes?
A Few Final Details
- Is there a photograph you would like us to use?
- Are there any names, spellings, dates, or other details we should double-check?
- Is there anything you prefer not to include in the obituary?
- Is there anything else you would like us to know?
You Don't Have to Do This Alone
We know that no list of questions can fully capture a person's life. The most important thing is to share what you can, in whatever way feels right for you. If you have questions or need assistance gathering these details, please contact our staff. We are here to help you honor your loved one and create a tribute that reflects the life they lived and the memories they leave behind.
