An obituary is written to acknowledge a person’s passing and to honor the life they lived. It also includes details about the funeral ceremony. Most funeral homes offer to write the obituary for the grieving family as part of their services.

If a loved one has just passed, Porto Funeral Homes of East Haven, CT, can help you make the necessary arrangements. They handle everything from cremation, burial, memorialization, filing permits, to handling wills. Backed by over 75 years of experience, they’ve become a trusted name in the community.

• Use Third Person: The obituary should be written from a third person’s perspective. Using the first person narrative will only cause confusion among the readers. Instead of writing “I will miss him,” use “He will be missed.”

• Report Facts: An obituary is not a eulogy, so opinion and stories should not be included. Focus on facts and essential information, like the deceased’s full name, date of birth, names of their spouse and children, and details about the funeral arrangement.

• Capture Interest: An obituary doesn’t have to be boring. Say something about the person’s life that you want people to remember. Include the school they graduated from, their notable accomplishments, and any charitable donations they made.

• Take Note Of Word Count Limit: To publish an obituary, local newspapers may charge per word, by the number of lines, or by the column inch. Some allow up to 24 lines in a column without charging a fee. It’s important to know your limits beforehand so as not to leave important facts out.

• Publish On Time: After making the necessary revisions, submit the obituary one or two days prior to the funeral service. This will allow friends and family some time to prepare for their attendance, particularly if they live far away.

If you need pre-arrangements for funerals or other funeral services, trust the experts at Porto Funeral Homes. For more information, call (203) 467-3000 or visit their website.