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Obituary template for a child
There are no right words for this, and nobody expects you to find them quickly. This template offers a quiet structure you can fill in a little at a time. Share only what you wish to share. It can be as short as a few lines.
Take your time. What you type and the photos you add stay on your device. We never receive them. You can close the page whenever you need to.
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[full name], [age], of [hometown or where they lived], passed away on [date of death], [how or where they passed].
[first name or the name family used] was the cherished child of [parents' names]. They were born on [date of birth], in [place of birth].
[first name or the name family used] attended [school or class]. They were known for [what they were known for]. They loved [what they loved].
They are also loved and missed by [survived by].
A service will be held at [service place] on [service date and time].
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to [donations or flowers].
[a closing line in your own words]
An example made-up people and details
Jordan Alexander Price, 11, of Riverton, passed away on April 22, 2026.
Jordan was the cherished child of Elena and Marcus Price. They were born on August 9, 2014, in Riverton.
Jordan attended Riverton Elementary, where they were in fifth grade. They were known for a big laugh and a habit of making friends everywhere. They loved drawing comics, soccer with their little brother and anything with dinosaurs.
They are also loved and missed by their brother, Eli; their grandparents; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
A service will be held at Riverton Community Hall on Friday, April 30, at 1 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Riverton Elementary art room.
A few gentle notes
- You decide how much to share, including how they died. It is entirely fine to leave that out.
- A teacher, coach or a friend's parent may be glad to write a few lines for the service. You do not need to do all of this yourself.
- It can help to write down short memories as they come to you. They can go into a longer remembrance later.
- If the family would like privacy, a short notice with the service details alone is a complete notice.
- Before sharing online, consider leaving out home addresses, full birth dates, a mother’s maiden name, and when the home will be empty.
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