Below also shows the format for an obituary. Listed below are several examples for obituary wording samples. The goal of the obituary is to demonstrate respect and honor for those who have passed, while informing those who remain of his or her death. It also gives important funeral or memorial service information. The obituary documents the deceased person's life achievements and notifies the public of death. Obituaries may be written for death announcements in newspapers, or for a funeral program, prayer cards and memorial keepsakes. These sample obituary templates serve as a guide to help you get started writing an obituary for your deceased friend or loved one.