Russon Brothers Mortuary-Farmington Memorials and Obituaries | We Remember (2024)

FAQs

How do you memorialize an obituary? ›

Hobbies and Interests – Include their passions, hobbies, and interests. Community Involvement – Mention any community or volunteer work. Notable Achievements – Highlight significant accomplishments. Service Details – Include information about funeral, memorial, or burial services.

An obituary is written to tell the story of your loved one. These will often be in the funeral program. There will even be a part of the funeral where the obituary will be silently read by everyone in attendance at the funeral. It is something you and your family should be patient with when you are writing it.

It is customary to list family members who have survived the deceased, possibly including their current residence (city, state), including: Parents • Spouse/partner • Children (with their spouses'/partners' names also noted in brackets) • Grandchildren, great-grandchildren (often listed just as a number, ex.

When writing an obituary, leave out details that could be used for identity theft, such as the deceased's date and place of birth, middle name, maiden name and mother's maiden name. And don't include the deceased's home address.

Today, we come together to celebrate the life of my beloved [sibling], [name]. Though [he/she] may have been taken from us too soon, [his/her] spirit will forever live on in the memories we cherish and the love we shared. Growing up with [sibling] was an adventure filled with laughter, mischief, and unconditional love.

If you are struggling to find a way to put your thoughts into words, and you want to send a message but are unable to think of what to say to someone before a funeral, consider something simple; “I will be thinking of you today.” “Sending love and prayers to you and your family.” “I hope things run smoothly today.”

Deciding not to publish an obituary is #perfectlynormal in grief. If publishing an obituary in the paper or online feels (or felt) wrong to you - perhaps drawing unwanted attention or sharing on a level beyond what's comfortable - that's OK. There is no one right way to honor someone you love.

Concluding Message

Phrases like “We will always carry your memory in our hearts,” or perhaps a favorite quote of your loved one are heartfelt and personal.

What is a simple obituary example? ›

[Full Name], aged [age of the deceased], passed away peacefully on [date of death], at [location of death]. He/she was born on [date of birth], in [birthplace], to [names of parents]. He/she was a proud resident of [city of residence] and was a 1975 graduate of Holy Cross High School.

Spouse. Children (in order of date of birth, and their spouses) Grandchildren / Great-grandchildren / Great-great-grandchildren. Parents / Grandparents.

If you like to be technical, names should be listed as follows: first name, spouse's first name in parenthesis, then surname (ex: Tom (Sarah) Johnson). If the spouse or partner's surname is different, include their surname in the parenthesis along with their first name (ex: Tom (Sarah Williams) Johnson).

Typically siblings and their spouses names are also included. Survivors are generally listed first, followed by any preceded in death names you would like to include.

How do you refer to an unmarried partner in an obituary? Typically, an unmarried partner is referred to as a spouse or simply as a partner. You can also list them as a surviving relative if you feel it's appropriate. The goal is to list them in a way that best reflects the relationship they had with the deceased.

“We do not remember days, we remember moments.” “Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened.” “The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched, they must be felt with the heart.” “If ever there is a tomorrow when we're not together, there is something you must always remember.

Start by giving a brief introduction of who you are and what your relationship was to the deceased. Share personal stories and anecdotes about your loved one, along with anything that will help celebrate and honor their life, such as: Reading their favorite poem or song lyrics.

You can present this information in a straightforward, factual way, or more uniquely. And there are many ways to say that someone has “died” (“departed,” “passed away,” “went to be with her Lord,” and “entered eternal rest” are some of the most common), so choose the expression you prefer.