Funeral lexicon

Obituary

Written announcement of a person's death, often published in newspapers.
Who usually writes an obituary?
An obituary notice is generally written by the family of the deceased or by the funeral home.
What information can you find in an obituary?
It includes the name of the deceased, dates of birth and death, details of survivors, funeral services, and sometimes a short biography.
Are all deaths announced by obituary instructions?
No, the publication of an obituary notice is a family decision and is not mandatory.

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