Obituary for dad
Your father's story deserves to be told in your words. Copy any template below, fill in the brackets, and let Start writing help shape the rest. Names in the examples are fictional.
Fill-in-the-blank template for a father
Our beloved father, [full name], [age], of [city, state], passed away on [date] at [place]. Born on [date] in [place] to [parents], Dad worked as [occupation] for [number] years. He loved [interests] and will be remembered for [one specific quality]. He is survived by [spouse], [children and spouses], [grandchildren] and [siblings], and was preceded in death by [names]. A service will be held on [date] at [place]. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to [charity].
Short template for a father
[Full name], [age], of [city], died on [date]. A devoted father of [children's names] and grandfather of [number], he will be remembered for [quality]. Services will be held [date/place].
Veteran template for a father
[Rank] [full name], [branch] (Ret.), [age], of [city], passed away on [date]. Dad served [years] years, including [service details]. After service he [work or community life]. He is survived by [family]. Military honors will be rendered at [cemetery]. Verify rank and awards with discharge papers before publishing.
Example
Raymond Earl Brooks, 79, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, passed away on April 11, 2026. Dad spent forty years as a mechanic, coached his kids' softball teams, and could tell a fish story that grew every year. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Betty; his children, Mark and Denise; and five grandchildren. Services will be held April 18 at First Baptist Church.
Tips for writing about Dad
Lead with who he was, not just his job. Add one detail only family would know. Read it aloud with someone who loved him, and verify every name, date and service detail before publishing.