One of the most important items for a family to think about is the placing of an obituary notice in local and/or national newspapers. We have many examples to help guide families in choice of wording. Even in this digital age the best way to inform people of the death of a loved one or acknowledge those who have sent messages of sympathy or attended a funeral is to place a notice in the newspaper. It is also the best way to inform people of the deceased wishes with regard to floral tributes and/or donations to a charitable cause or causes.