Maya Angelou

Obituaries take time and knowledge to write well, since you’re usually given a small amount of space and a large life to work with. With a memorial website, you’re given extra space, but you’re still tasked with delivering important information about the entirety of a life someone lived. This is no small feat and can feel like an overwhelming task. Reading through obituary samples can sometimes feel formulaic or cold and can be difficult to envision when filling in for someone you love. Below are some great obituary examples of well-written, well thought out obituaries that do a wonderful job at describing the person who passed away and highlighting what made them unique and special. Before you get started, here’s an obituary sample that outlines the typica