obituary

Example Sentences

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An American folk hero, Whittaker lived a life "devoted to adventure, stewardship, service, and family", his family said in an obituary.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Her obituary describes her as the “high school queen” her junior year.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

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

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

Mom was reading the house obituary in the newspaper and taking the last sips of her coffee before she went to work.

From "Dead End in Norvelt" by Jack Gantos