The Post-Crescent Memorials and Obituaries | We Remember (2024)

FAQs

How do you memorialize an obituary? ›

Hobbies and Interests – Include their passions, hobbies, and interests. Community Involvement – Mention any community or volunteer work. Notable Achievements – Highlight significant accomplishments. Service Details – Include information about funeral, memorial, or burial services.

Sharing Your Loss with The Community

An obituary is an explicit way of telling the local community that your loved one has died. It maximizes the audience of people who know or had a connection with the deceased. An obituary is still the preferred way of finding out the local residents who have died.

There are reasons why acknowledging a death in print, whether in a newspaper or online, is a good idea: Paying tribute to the person who has died. Everyone has a unique life story. In nearly every case, it's a story that should be told and preserved.

“We do not remember days, we remember moments.” “Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened.” “The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched, they must be felt with the heart.” “If ever there is a tomorrow when we're not together, there is something you must always remember.

Today, we come together to celebrate the life of my beloved [sibling], [name]. Though [he/she] may have been taken from us too soon, [his/her] spirit will forever live on in the memories we cherish and the love we shared. Growing up with [sibling] was an adventure filled with laughter, mischief, and unconditional love.

Deciding not to publish an obituary is #perfectlynormal in grief. If publishing an obituary in the paper or online feels (or felt) wrong to you - perhaps drawing unwanted attention or sharing on a level beyond what's comfortable - that's OK. There is no one right way to honor someone you love.

If you are considering posting the obituary to social media, it is important to ensure that all important, close family members have been informed before you move forward with the idea. Certain people in your life deserve to hear the news firsthand and not through a post online.

Why does it cost so much to post an obituary? Publishing an obituary in the newspaper is expensive because of the limited space papers have. Newspapers value every inch of each page, so they must charge to use that limited space for an obituary.

While there are no rules when it comes to who writes the obituary, they're typically written by family members or close friends. When a loved one passes, the family usually decides who will write it based on their relationship to the deceased or writing ability.

In some cases, the deceased person may have explicitly requested not to have an obituary written, or the family may feel they would not have wanted one. Additionally, some families may be concerned about privacy or wish to keep the details of their loved one's passing private.

How do you pay tribute to someone who has died in words? ›

Start by giving a brief introduction of who you are and what your relationship was to the deceased. Share personal stories and anecdotes about your loved one, along with anything that will help celebrate and honor their life, such as: Reading their favorite poem or song lyrics.

You can present this information in a straightforward, factual way, or more uniquely. And there are many ways to say that someone has “died” (“departed,” “passed away,” “went to be with her Lord,” and “entered eternal rest” are some of the most common), so choose the expression you prefer.