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When a loved one passes, an obituary is a timeless tool for informing the community, chronicling their life and remembering their story. Due to the personal nature of obituaries often family or friends write them to highlight the milestones and best qualities of the deceased, as well as what made their life so special. Amelia, Ohio’s E.C. Nurre Funeral Home believes remembering through obituaries can honor those we care about by celebrating their one-of-a-kind life. They explain below how to write an exceptional piece and edit it for publishing. 

Obituary Writing Advice

1. Include Basic Information

Each obituary should include the deceased’s first, middle, and last name, age, birthdate, place of residence, and partner and children’s names. If the deceased is a woman, it should also include her maiden name, if different, in either parenthesis or with “neé” in front of it, following her married name., i.e. Mrs. Jane Smith neé Jones. It should also include full details about public viewings, memorials, and services, including date, time, and location. If you’re unsure of the final details, you can include contact information for the funeral home so people can call for updates.

amelia-obituary2. Honor Their Life

While it’s impossible not to mourn the passing of your loved one, it’s important their obituary reflects a celebration of their life instead of focusing on their death. Inform the community about their parents, siblings, education, career, hobbies, beloved pets, and birthplace. Offer anecdotes about their unique personality and strengths and include relevant information about their passing as appropriate.

3. Edit & Revise Before Publishing

When you’re done writing the obituary, read it over for grammar and spelling errors and consider re-writing certain sentences for clarity. Ask a skilled writer or communicator to review and make suggestions, so the piece shines for your loved one. Finally, before publishing, ask yourself if the content reflects the deceased’s life accurately, if all funeral arrangement information is correct, and, most importantly, if your loved one would have approved it.

To receive assistance in publishing a memorable obituary to celebrate your loved one’s life, call E.C. Nurre Funeral Home in Amelia, Ohio, at (513) 753-6130. For more information about their funeral and cremation services, visit their website.

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