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OBITUARY GUIDELINES AND FORMS
Writing an obituary:
First compose a short death notice for any paid notices. If you like, include the
website where a full obituary is posted.
Then write a full-length obituary to post online, include in the funeral program, or
submit for (unpaid) news obituaries.
Double-check all your facts, spellings, dates, etc. Have a family member
proofread and make sure all surviving family is included.
Be sure to give clear instructions on what you want published when and where,
both in print and online.
Attach your contact information and a photo of the deceased (if you have a
good, clear one).
To submit an obituary for rappfuneral.com, simply email the text to
info@rappfuneral.com. Or complete the Obituary form(s) below and submit by
mail, fax, or email. There is no charge for an online obituary placed by Rapp.
Please note: By submitting obituary information to Rapp Funeral and Cremation
Services, you grant Rapp permission to publish the information you provide on our
website and linked pages at legacy.com. We strive to publish the information accurately
and according to your wishes. If we make an error, let us know and we will correct it as
soon as possible.
PAID DEATH NOTICE (items to include):
Full name of deceased _____________________________________________________
Age _______ Date of death _______________________________________________
Place (city) of death ______________________________________________________
Survivors ______________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________
Funeral/funeral home info _________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________
Sample Paid Death Notice:
Smith, Mary E., 85, on June 5, in Bethesda. Beloved wife of the late James, mother of
Linda Jones (Thomas) and John (Deborah), sister of Harry. Three grandchildren.
Visitation Tuesday 7-9 p.m. and Funeral Wednesday 10 a.m. at Rapp Funeral and
Cremation Services in Silver Spring. Obituary, tributes and condolences at
rappfuneral.com.