All About Obituaries and Cremation Services

Spangler Cremation Service • December 12, 2022

From choosing a type of cremation service to planning a memorial, there’s a lot to do when someone dies, like writing an obituary. Use these tips for guidance.

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No matter if you’re having a funeral at a funeral home or choosing a cremation service in Plant City, FL , you most likely need to write an obituary for your lost loved one. Obituaries are a traditional way to let family and friends publicly celebrate the life of the deceased and announce the death in a compassionate manner. 
These tips can help you write an obituary: 
  • Do a Short Biographical Sketch - The key word in this portion is “sketch.” Many people are tempted to write a full account of the deceased’s life. While some people may find that interesting or helpful, the obituary is only meant to detail the most important aspects of his life. Some key pieces to include are the date and place of birth, parent’s names including mother’s maiden name, date and place of marriage, birth name of spouse, education, work, and military service. Feel free to list events chronologically, or to take a more creative approach. Don’t forget to mention specific important relationships and the effect the deceased had on people’s lives. For example, did he have a great sense of humor? Did he always make time for the kids? Was he an exceptional host, golfer, singer? 
  • Mention the Family - As the saying goes, the funeral is for the living. The same can be said for the obituary, so a key element is listing the surviving family members and loved ones. Take care to not forget anyone, but don’t feel the need to list every single member of the extended family. 
  • Include a Death Announcement - Obituaries usually start with basic information such as the name, age, and place of residence of the deceased. This is followed by the death announcement , including the time and place of death. Most people choose to use a softer word or term than “death,” such as “passed away” or “went to be with the Lord” etc. Many people are unsure whether or not to list the cause of death in the obituary. At the end of the day, the cause of death is only the family’s business, and does not need to be shared unless the immediate family chooses. However, if the death was sudden and unexpected, listing the cause of death in the public obituary might field questions and repetitions at the funeral. 
  • Include Special Messages - Most people choose to include a special thank you or message at the end. This may also include a prayer or poem. 
  • List Service Times - While tradition varies on this element, most obituaries include funeral information so people can attend if they choose. List the essentials: time, full date and place of service along with the name of the officiate; time, full date and place of burial or interment if applicable; and finally, time, full date and place of visitation. 

If you want to learn more about obituaries or Plant City, FL cremation services , we are here to help. Please visit us or give us a call for more information.

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