What does “obituary” mean?

An obituary, also called an obituary or an "obituary", is the sad news that a person announces after his or her death.

It also refers to a practical document used by the bereaved family to announce the death of a person to relatives, relatives, friends and the public. News about a person's death can be released through media such as newspapers, television stations, radio broadcasts, telephones, telegraphs, faxes, Cambodian posts or emails.

Nowadays, there are three common types of obituaries: general style, announcement style and news report style.

The obituary notice should be issued before the farewell ceremony to the body, so that the relatives and friends of the deceased can make necessary arrangements and preparations in time, such as preparing wreaths, elegiac couplets, etc.

Obituaries can only use yellow and white paper. White is used for the funeral of the elders, and yellow is used for the funeral of the younger ones.

Obituaries must be in black with a black frame around them to show condolences.

The language of obituaries needs to be accurate, concise, sad and serious.

Extended information The form of a general obituary A general obituary is the most commonly used form of obituary. It contains several parts from top to bottom: 1. Title: write the word "obituary" in the middle of the first line, or prefix it with

The name of the deceased, such as "〇〇Obituary", should be in slightly larger font size.

2. The main text explains the name, identity, age, date, place and reason of death of the deceased.

A brief biography of the deceased may be omitted.

Notify the date, time and place of condolences, memorial service and funeral.

3. Specially declare matters that are otherwise stated, such as: a memorial ceremony, wreaths, flower baskets, forehead scrolls, elegiac couplets, artistic formations, or clothing rules, reminding guests to attend on time, etc.

4. Signature: Name, time and contact information of the individual or unit issuing the obituary.