In planning an obituary, you should consider:
Use the planning template below.
To identify what you should include in the opening of your obituary, answer the following questions about the death:
Who?
When?
Where?
How?
After providing objective details about the death, you should provide a brief written portrait or sketch describing the deceased. List details and quotes from loved ones that you can include to answer the question ‘Who was s/he?’
Next you should include a brief biography of the deceased. Make a list of life events and notable achievements that you will include in the biographical section:
You should conclude your obituary by mentioning the deceased’s legacy. Identify whom or what they are leaving behind.
Now write your obituary!
As you do, strive to: