After ordering an obituary package, you will receive a questionnaire that provides us with some basic information about your loved one. We will follow up with two phone calls or Zoom interviews (depending on your preference) to learn more details.
Interviews range from 20 minutes to an hour or more depending on the selected package.
The interviews are a chance to reflect on your loved one’s life and to share stories that illustrate their personality.
Stories can be completed within 48 hours of This Is My Story’s receipt of the questionnaire.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a pre-need obituary?
It is just as it sounds. It is an obituary that is written before it is needed. Many people don’t know it, but major news outlets prewrite celebrity obituaries. It’s a way to make sure the final words of a person’s life are thorough and well-written. Why not do that for yourself and take the stress away from your family?
Do you offer your services to families who have just had a loss?
Absolutely. One of the main reasons I’m offering this service is to help families dealing with grief.
How long does it take to get the finished obituary?
It depends on which package you select. Typically obituaries can be completed within 48 hours of the finished interviews. But there can be certain situations in which they can be finished in less time. A timeline will be placed on pre-need obituaries or living obituaries on an individual basis.
My loved one has passed away. What do I do?
It depends on which package you select. Typically obituaries can be completed within 48 hours of the finished interviews. But there can be certain situations in which they can be finished in less time. A timeline will be placed on pre-need obituaries or living obituaries on an individual basis.
How will you get the information about my loved one?
After our initial call, you will be directed to fill out a questionnaire. I will then follow up with an interview, either by phone or Zoom, to get more details about your loved one.
How much do you charge?
It depends on which type of package you want. The packages are standard, deluxe and premium. The difference between the various packages is based on the amount of detail and the desired length.
A Sampling Of Writings
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