Sharing the News of a Death- How to Write an Obituary

When you need to publicly notify others about the death of a loved one, you may be confused about:

• the differences between an obituary and a death notice
• the associated fees
• what to write

In some cases, when someone has been particularly well-known, a brief version of their life story is published as an obituary in the newspaper.

For most people, a shorter death notice appears on the obituary page. It announces the death, lists relatives of the deceased, and provides details about the memorial arrangements. Sometimes, it also includes biographical information. Either way, the more content, the more expensive, because each newspaper charges a set fee per line, and fees vary widely among newspapers.

Peaceful Decisions Advisors are here to help you craft your obituary.