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  • <I>UNRAU, Anne

    UNRAU: To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven. (Ecclesiastics, Chapter 3, Verse 1).Safe...

    Obituary, published on: June 20, 2009
  • ABBOTT, James

    ABBOTT: James Alexander (Jim) Abbott died in Brandon on March 31, 2019. Jim was born in Brandon on September 25, 1955, the eldest child of...

    Obituary, published on: April 6, 2019
  • ABEL, Ross

    ABEL: Ross William Abel of Minnedosa, Manitoba passed away on November 9, 2010 at the Minnedosa Hospital at the age of 90 years. Funeral...

    Obituary, published on: November 10, 2010
  • ABEL, Verna

    ABEL: Verna Abel, beloved wife of Alex of Minnedosa, MB passed away on May 14, 2013 at the Minnedosa Personal Care Home at the age of 85...

    Obituary, published on: May 16, 2013
  • ABEL, Verna

    ABEL: Verna Hope (December1st, 1927- May 14th, 2013). It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Verna Abel on...

    Obituary, published on: June 1, 2013
  • ACORN, Kathleen

    ACORN: Kathleen Acorn (nee Webster) passed away at the Baldur Personal Care Home on Saturday July 18, 2009 at the age of 87 years.Leen was...

    Obituary, published on: July 22, 2009
  • ADAIR, William

    ADAIR: William “Brock” Adair of Shilo, passed away peacefully at the Assiniboine Centre on Tuesday, September 9, 2014 at the age...

    Obituary, published on: September 13, 2014
  • ADAM, Aime

    ADAM: Aimé R. (Pete) Adam. Peacefully and with dignity, at the age of 95, Aimé Rawleigh (Pete) Adam completed his life’s...

    Obituary, published on: January 24, 2009
  • ADAM, Doreen

    ADAM: Doreen Adam (January 3, 1939 – August 27, 2020) passed away at Birch Lodge Personal Care Home, Hamiota, MB at 81 years of age....

    Obituary, published on: August 29, 2020
  • ADAMO, Pina

    ADAMO: Pina; August 23, 1937- August 14, 2016. Mom was born on August 23, 1937 in Celico, Cosenza, Italy, immigrating to Canada in 1967...

    Obituary, published on: August 17, 2016
  • ADAMS, Beverley

    ADAMS: Beverley Anne Adams, August 6, 1939- August 6, 2009, age 70, beloved wife of the late Norman Adams died August 6, 2009, at...

    Obituary, published on: August 8, 2009
  • ADAMS, Bill

    ADAMS: Bill Adams of Deloraine, MB died at the Deloraine Health Centre on February 18, 2015 at the age of 86. He is lovingly remembered...

    Obituary, published on: February 21, 2015
  • Adams, Don

    Born on Jun 7, 1933

    ADAMS: Don Adams. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Don Adams, husband, father, brother, son, uncle, nephew...

    Obituary, published on: February 26, 2021
  • ADAMS, Joyce

    ADAMS: Mrs. Joyce Adams of Brandon, and formerly of Melita, passed away at the Hillcrest Place PCH, on Friday, May 5, 2017 at the age of...

    Obituary, published on: May 10, 2017
  • ADAMS, Wayne

    ADAMS: Wayne Adams, age 70, beloved husband of Joan, died June 29, 2014 at the Virden Health Centre. Funeral service will be held Friday...

    Obituary, published on: July 3, 2014
  • ADAMSKI, Amelia

    ADAMSKI: This earthly journey is about learning and love. Amelia embraced it, she achieved her purpose, and it was time to go home. It is...

    Obituary, published on: January 4, 2020
  • ADAMSKI, Joyce

    ADAMSKI: Joyce Adamski of Brandon, beloved wife of the late Michael J. Adamski, passed away peacefully with her children by her side, at...

    Obituary, published on: December 1, 2012
  • ADAMSKI, Ramona

    ADAMSKI: Ramona Caye Adamski of Brandon, beloved wife of Tom and dear mother of Marjorie Bojarski, Julie Hughes, and son Tom,...

    Obituary, published on: November 14, 2011
  • ADAMSKI, Ramona

    ADAMSKI: On November 12, 2011, Ramona Caye Adamski peacefully passed away and ended her hard fought battle with Cancer and Alzheimer's...

    Obituary, published on: November 26, 2011
  • ADAMSKI, Tom

    ADAMSKI: On Monday, February 17, 2014, Tom left this world to join his beautiful bride, Ramona and many of his dear family members and...

    Obituary, published on: February 22, 2014
  • ADDISON, Mary

    ADDISON: It is with great sadness that the family of Mary (Millie) Janette Addison (nee Lumsden), dear mother of Paul and Sean, and loyal...

    Obituary, published on: April 9, 2011
  • ADDISON, Thomas

    ADDISON: Thomas Henry Addison, of Carberry, MB, entered into rest on September 1, 2016 at the age of 68 years. A graveside service will be...

    Obituary, published on: September 3, 2016
  • AFFLECK, DENNIS

    Passed on Oct 15, 2022

    AFFLECK: Dennis, 75 years, beloved husband of Christine Affleck, father of Jeff and Tom, passed away in the Souris Health Centre on...

    Obituary, published in Brandon Sun, Winnipeg Free Press on: October 19, 2022, October 19, 2022, October 21, 2022
  • AFFLECK, MURIEL JUNE

    Nov 13, 1929 - Jan 7, 2024

    MURIEL JUNE AFFLECK 1929-2024 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Muriel June Affleck at Fairview...

    Obituary, published on: January 13, 2024, January 13, 2024
  • AGAR, Patricia

    AGAR: Patricia “Pat” Agar, beloved wife of the late Leslie Agar, passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Wednesday,...

    Obituary, published on: November 19, 2010
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What are the final words on an obituary? ›

Concluding Message

In the conclusion of the obituary, special requests may be made such as, “in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to…” or “Our heartfelt thanks to the staff at General Hospital for…” Some families make the final line a dedication honoring their loved one.

What is the largest obituary website? ›

Legacy.com hosts obituaries for more than three-quarters of the 100 largest newspapers in the U.S., by circulation. The site attracts more than 30 million unique visitors per month and is among the top 40 trafficked websites in the world.

Why do I read obituaries? ›

Naturally, when a loved one passes we want to see what is written. Many people read Obits regularly because they know no matter how old you are, some family or friend's have possibly disappeared from your life & their death, (notifications on Obit's), can confirm or deny it when nothing else will.

Who writes the obituary? ›

Who writes the obituary? While there are no rules when it comes to who writes the obituary, they're typically written by family members or close friends. When a loved one passes, the family usually decides who will write it based on their relationship to the deceased or writing ability.

What is the most common last words before death? ›

'Most people aren't speaking their last breath, but if they are, or close to it, it's usually "I love you". It's usually, "It's okay", like they're comforting somebody else, or things like "I'm ready". '

What should you not say in an obituary? ›

There may be personal details which will only be told to the immediate family and friends. You should also not say hurtful or damaging things about the person that died, even though they are gone. These words could prove to be hurtful to other family members.

What is the shortest obituary ever? ›

The late Douglas Legler, from Fargo, North Dakota, may have the funniest and most concise obituary ever. The whole obituary reads "Doug Died." And that's exactly the way he wanted it.

Is it common to read the obituary at a funeral? ›

It serves as a way to inform the community about the individual's passing and to honor their memory. During a funeral or memorial service, it is common for someone to stand up and read the obituary to the attendees. This reading may be performed by a family member, a close friend, or a designated individual.

What is a good length for an obituary? ›

Most obituaries are around 200 words long, which means using as few words as possible to avoid going over the word count. It's a good idea to make a plan before you write to ensure you stick to the most important points about the person who died.

Is it disrespectful not to have an obituary? ›

Posting an obituary is not a legal requirement and is a sentimental action. Families don't have to publish one if they don't want it or do not have the funds to do so. While you do not have to share a death note or obituary, you must file a death certificate with your state's office.

Why do newspapers charge so much for obituaries? ›

Why does it cost so much to post an obituary? Publishing an obituary in the newspaper is expensive because of the limited space papers have. Newspapers value every inch of each page, so they must charge to use that limited space for an obituary.

Why do some people not do obituaries? ›

Obituaries are not required by law , so the deceased's family might have chosen to forego publishing one. Publishing an obituary can be expensive , and the funds may be unavailable. The deceased has few family members or friends , so there might have, unfortunately, been no need for an obituary.

Do people get paid to write obituaries? ›

How much does an Obituary Writer make? The estimated total pay for a Obituary Writer is $128,575 per year, with an average salary of $98,458 per year. These numbers represent the median, which is the midpoint of the ranges from our proprietary Total Pay Estimate model and based on salaries collected from our users.

Do you put last names in obituary? ›

When you are listing a relative, make sure to include their first name, their spouse's first name in brackets and then their last name.

What do you call someone who writes an obituary? ›

Obituary Writers | National Cremation.

How do I end an obituary? ›

At the end of an obituary a special message is sometimes found, such as 'in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to..' or 'Special Thanks to the staff at General Hospital for..' or 'We will always carry your memory in our hearts'. Sometimes a short prayer or a line from a poem is placed at the end.

What are examples of closing words at a funeral? ›

If you're unsure how to end your eulogy, finish with a simple goodbye, or a thank you for the memories you shared. You might choose to use traditional phrases like 'rest in peace' or 'sleep well'. Or you can use something less formal, like a greeting or joke you used to share with the person who has died.

What is the last paragraph of an obituary? ›

The closing paragraph is typically rather short and includes details regarding services or gatherings, as well as any requests regarding donations being made to charities or organizations that are meaningful to the deceased.

What is an example of a good obituary? ›

“[Full name], age [age], a beloved figure of [where they lived], sadly left our world on [date of death], after a life richly lived in service and kindness. Known for [mention of significant contributions], [first name] was a beacon of light and hope in our community, touching lives through [specific actions or roles].

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