Examples of Obituaries


ObitsArchive has put together some sample obituaries to help make the task of writing an obituary easier. Keep in mind that an obituary both helps inform people of the person's passing and also provides information about the life of the deceased, the funeral, and the surviving family members. 

Sample Obituary – Elderly Woman

Center in Greeley, Colorado—Lela Eicher, 87

This sample obituary can be adapted for any elderly woman who has had a long life. Remember that obituaries help inform people of a person's passing and to give information about the deceased's life, the funeral, and the surviving family members.

Sample Obituary – Elderly Man

Massena, New York—Richard Trivilino, 100

This sample obituary can be adapted for any elderly man who has had a long life. Remember that obituaries help inform people of a person's passing and to give information about the deceased's life, the funeral, and the surviving family members.

Sample Obituary—Sudden Death

Laramle Boomerang, Wyoming—Richard 'Dick' O. Owens, 78

This sample obituary can be adapted to relate to anyone who died suddenly. Keep in mind that an obituary is a way to inform people of a person's passing and to give information about the deceased's life, the funeral, and the surviving family members.

Sample Obituary—War Veteran

Willingboro, NJ—Sgt. Russell J. Street

This sample obituary can be adapted for anyone who passed away after serving his or her country in a war. Obituaries help inform people of a person's passing and to give information about the deceased's life, the funeral, and the surviving family members.