Funeral Announcements

When we think about it, the most painful experiences a human being can go through in his/her life is the loss of someone close to them. Informing relatives and friends about the demise is a difficult task. As announcing the sad news can be tough when done in person or over the phone, many people find it easier to send out the announcement cards or obituaries.

If you feel that writing the announcements might be emotionally draining for you, take a look at some sample announcements mentioned below to help you deal with the stress and pain of losing a loved one.

The (Last name) Family,
would like to thank you
for your kind expression of sympathy
on our recent loss of (Name of the deceased).
Our family deeply appreciates all those who
(were Pallbearers)
(sent flowers or a sympathy card)
(donated personal services)
(made donations to a charity)
(called with the kindest words) and
(thought of us those days)

Your thoughts and efforts
were greatly appreciated.
(Name)'s funeral service will be held on
(Date, Time, and Venue for the service)

In Memory of (Name of the deceased)
(B.O.D. - D.O.D.)
He who has gone, so we but cherish his memory,
abides with us, more potent, nay, more present than the living man.
The (Last name) family wishes to thank you for the love
and kindness you have shared with us during (Name)'s illness and his recent death.

Your many messages of support,
which we were able to share with (Name), meant so much to him.
Your expressions of sympathy have brought us all great comfort in this time of grief.
(Name)'s funeral service will be held on
(Date, Time, and Venue for the service)

Our little angel
went back to heaven.
Although (Name)'s say on Earth seemed
just a fleeting moment in time,
our loving memories of her/him
will last forever.
(Name) will be deeply missed by friends and family.
(Name)'s funeral service will be held on
(Date, Time, and Venue for the service)

(Your name) is sad to report the death of her husband/father (Name),
who died on (Date) in a tragic automobile accident.
He was 50 years old and worked for (Designation).
He will be deeply missed by everyone.
(Name)'s funeral service will be held on
(Date, Time, and Venue for the service)

In Memory of (Name of the deceased)
(B.O.D. ― D.O.D.)
We deeply appreciate your kind
expression of sympathy
in our time of great sorrow.
We know our pain will decrease
and what will remain will always be.

Love all whom you hold dear
Precious is the time you share
Do not wait for tomorrow
For tomorrow may not be...
Thank you for keeping us
in your thoughts and prayers.
(Name)'s funeral service will be held on
(Date, Time, and Venue for the service)
Sincerely,
The family of (Name).

The family of the late (Name)
sincerely appreciates your kind
expression of sympathy
in our great loss.
Your sympathy to our family
were greatly appreciated.
The (Last name) family
finds healing in God's
tender love and embrace,
and in knowing others
remembered and cared.

Thank you for keeping us
in your thoughts and prayers.
(Name)'s funeral service will be held on
(Date, Time, and Venue for the service)
Sincerely,
The family of (Name).

Writing the announcements can be tough as you will be overwhelmed with grief. Although, getting help with a sample or two can make this task less harder. You can also browse through the web to find free printable announcements which are already printed on the cards. Just make prints of them, fill in the requirements, and add a beautiful, inspiring quote in the end.