obituary

Example Sentences

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Most of my friends have never had to write an obituary, or file a life insurance claim, or deal with probate court.

From Salon • Mar. 24, 2026

It moved markets because the people trading those stocks recognized their job descriptions in the obituary section.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026

Doherty was a native of Queens, N.Y., majored in journalism at the University of Florida and joined the college’s libertarian group in 1987, according to Reason’s obituary.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

"Linda was deeply family-oriented and treasured time spent making memories, especially on family vacations with her daughter and granddaughter," the obituary said.

From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026

Life is a cycle, and this is the history part I can add to the deer obituary.

From "Dead End in Norvelt" by Jack Gantos