How to Prepare a Funeral Program: A Family Checklist

Choose one family contact to gather and verify the details. Confirm the full name as the family wants it printed, dates of birth and passing, service date and time, venue, and any short subtitle or verse.

Select a clear portrait that the family has permission to use. Check that it is the intended photo and that it remains legible when placed in the chosen design.

Draft a concise obituary or life reflection. Ask relatives to verify important dates, places, family relationships, and milestones. Use wording that the family is comfortable sharing with everyone attending.

List the service items in the order agreed with the officiant or family representative. Add a speaker, performer, or other detail only after confirming the person's name and role.

In Program Studio, choose a memorial template, enter the personal details, and add the obituary and order of service. The editor supports adding, editing, and removing service items, as well as entering pallbearer names and a family acknowledgement.

Choose a bi fold or tri fold format and review the live preview. Check spelling, dates, page sequence, photo placement, and whether the service details are easy to read. Keep a separate copy of the approved wording and image files while preparing the design.

If you already have a finished file and want printing only, the Studio also has a print request flow for PDF, JPG, PNG, and WEBP files. Confirm the current print process with the team before relying on a deadline or delivery estimate.

Before placing a print request, confirm the quantity, paper choice, total price, venue address, delivery timing, and who will receive the copies. These details can depend on current availability and the service location.

If the family wants a digital copy, confirm which file will be shared and who will distribute it. Send the approved version so attendees do not receive an earlier draft.