Tips and ideas for those who need to write an obituary for a friend or family member, or who wish to write their own obituary.
How to write an obituary for a family member or loved one 1 Gather the facts Before you begin the emotional components of the obituary, it’s best to start with the facts. For one, it’s easier to compile facts than write something personal. For another, you want to make sure you inc...
But from there, you have some stylistic decisions to make. If you pay per word for a newspaper obituary, you may leave out some biographical data to create a compelling and interesting story that captures the essence of their (or your) life. If you want to be thorough about the customary...
It should be the aim of every obituary to convey this spark to a reader who has never known the subject. Yet how rarely is this achieved; instead the writer falls back on prolixity, cliche, and a curriculum vitae. There is little idea of this subject's uniqueness, of how things would...
It is much easier to write a lot compared to just one sentence. Creating one line that your story can be summed up with is a lot of pressure. My husband and I joke that when we are buried, we would have “He ate well” on his tombstone. ...
Remember that you are speaking in front of family members and close friends who are grieving the same loss as you are, so they don’t expect you to be perfect! Everyone will be grateful that you have undertaken the task that many would be unable to face. ...
Step 1: Get in a Good Headspace Take a deep breath. Time may be of the essence, but your frame of mind matters when it comes to putting words down on paper. Taking time to write freely, or to jot down quick thoughts can help you organize mentally for this moment. So, how do you...
The reason I’m saying all of this is because I don’t want to worry you given the title of this piece. Any time I’ve heard the word “eulogy”, of course I’d think “who died?” I purposefully titled this entry a living eulogy because I decided to write it while I’m able....
If you are unsure about how to write a business article, consider hiring an expert from an online writing service. These professionals can help you write a compelling story that will resonate with your audience. They can also edit your work to improve readability and grammar. This will ensure...
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