Write an Obituary That Honors Their Life

Share the details you know and get a publish-ready obituary in minutes. Add a complimentary eulogy if you'll speak at the service.

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70,000+ families supported

Sarah

Sarah

daughter

“I needed an obituary for the newspaper and didn't know where to start. ToastPal made it simple and the result felt personal and respectful.”

Emily

Emily

granddaughter

“I was overwhelmed with arrangements. Having the obituary drafted quickly let me focus on being with family.”

Sarah

Sarah

daughter

“I needed an obituary for the newspaper and didn't know where to start. ToastPal made it simple and the result felt personal and respectful.”

Emily

Emily

granddaughter

“I was overwhelmed with arrangements. Having the obituary drafted quickly let me focus on being with family.”

Michael

Michael

son

“The obituary captured my father's life beautifully: his career, his humor, and the family he loved. It saved us so much stress.”

David

David

husband

“The draft included everything: survivors, service details, and the right tone. We published it with only minor edits.”

Michael

Michael

son

“The obituary captured my father's life beautifully: his career, his humor, and the family he loved. It saved us so much stress.”

David

David

husband

“The draft included everything: survivors, service details, and the right tone. We published it with only minor edits.”

Family remembering a loved one

How to Write Your Obituary in 3 Simple Steps

1

Share the Details

Fill out our simple form with names, dates, survivors, service information, and the stories that made their life special.

2

Let AI Craft Your Obituary

Using the details you provide, our AI writes a respectful, publish-ready obituary. Original, never from a template.

3

Review and Publish

Review your draft, make any final changes, and share it with your newspaper, funeral home, or online memorial page.

Finding the Right Words Is Hard. You're Not Alone.

Share the facts and memories that matter—our AI helps you turn them into a clear, respectful obituary you can publish with confidence. Need words for the service too? Add a complimentary eulogy.

Publish-Ready From the Start

Your obituary includes the essentials (names, dates, survivors, and service details) in the format newspapers and funeral homes expect.

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Getting the Details Right is Hard

When you're grieving, assembling dates, names, and service information can feel overwhelming. ToastPal guides you through each detail step by step.

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Personalized, Without the Stress

With ToastPal, writing an obituary is simple and supportive. Tell us about their life, review your draft, and share it wherever it's needed.

Family gathered together at a memorial service

Obituary and Eulogy, Together

Many families need both a publish-ready obituary and a eulogy for the service. Check the box to add a complimentary eulogy—we email you a link after purchase and carry over details from your obituary.

Family member delivering a eulogy at a memorial service

FAQ

Questions & Answers

How do I create an obituary with ToastPal?

Answer a short form about your loved one: names, dates, survivors, service details, and life highlights. Our AI turns your answers into four thoughtful obituary drafts.

Can I use this for a newspaper or funeral home website?

Yes. ToastPal obituaries are written in a traditional publish-ready format suitable for newspapers, funeral home pages, and online memorials.

Will it include survivors and service details?

Absolutely. You can include survivors, dates, locations, visitation times, and memorial donation preferences. The more detail you share, the more complete your obituary will be.

How long will the obituary be?

Most obituaries are 250–400 words — the standard length for newspapers and funeral announcements. You can edit the length in your dashboard after purchase.

How much does it cost?

ToastPal provides four personalized obituary drafts for $39.99, with a 100% money-back guarantee if you're not satisfied. When you purchase, you can also add a complimentary eulogy (normally $39.99) at no extra charge.

Can I get a eulogy too?

Yes. Check the box on the payment page to add a complimentary eulogy (normally $39.99). We'll email you a link after purchase to write your eulogy with details from your obituary carried over.

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Share the details you know and get a dignified, publish-ready obituary in just a few minutes. Add a complimentary eulogy if you'll also speak at the service.