Free Obituary Templates

Download professional, free obituary templates in multiple formats—Word, PDF, and printable—to honor your loved one. All templates are fully editable, easy to customize, and require no sign-up. Choose the format that works best for you.

Free Obituary Template (Microsoft Word)

Template Features:

  • Fully editable in Microsoft Word (.docx format)
  • Fill-in-the-blank sections for easy customization
  • Professional formatting and layout
  • Compatible with Word 2010 and later versions
  • Print-ready design

Template Structure:

[Full Name]
[Birth Date] – [Death Date]
[City, State]

[Full Name], [Age], of [City], passed away [peacefully/suddenly] on [Date], [Year]. Born on [Birth Date] in [Birth City], [He/She] was the [son/daughter] of [Parents' Names].

[Full Name] was [brief description of their life, career, passions]. [He/She] was known for [notable qualities, achievements, or contributions].

[Full Name] is survived by [list of family members]. [He/She] was preceded in death by [list of deceased family members].

A [funeral service/memorial service/celebration of life] will be held on [Date] at [Time] at [Location], [Address]. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to [Charity/Organization].

How to Use Our Free Obituary Templates

  1. Choose your format: Select Word, PDF, or printable based on your needs.
  2. Download the template: Click the download button to save the file to your device.
  3. Fill in the details: Replace placeholder text with your loved one's information.
  4. Customize the content: Add personal touches, memories, and specific details.
  5. Review and edit: Proofread for accuracy and make any final adjustments.
  6. Print or share: Print for newspapers, share digitally, or use for memorial services.
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