Darlington Cremation and Burial Service Obituaries

Introduction to Darlington Cremation and Burial Service

Darlington Cremation and Burial Service is a trusted and compassionate funeral home located in Kalispell, Montana. With a commitment to providing personalized and dignified services, they have established themselves as a leading provider of funeral care in the Flathead Valley region. In this article, we will delve into the history, services, and benefits of choosing Darlington Cremation and Burial Service for your loved one's final farewell.

A Brief History of Darlington Cremation and Burial Service

Darlington Cremation and Burial Service has a rich history of serving the local community with compassion and dedication. Their story began with a vision to provide families with a unique and personalized approach to funeral care. Today, they continue to uphold this mission by offering a range of services that cater to the diverse needs of their clients.

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Ethen Phelps - Unknown - September 19, 2021

Departed: 09/19/2021 (Kalispell)

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Timothy Ruef - Unknown - September 19, 2021

Departed: 09/19/2021 (Kalispell)

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Timothy Adams - Unknown - September 18, 2021

Departed: 09/18/2021 (Kalispell)

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Mary Lodien - Unknown - September 18, 2021

Departed: 09/18/2021 (Kalispell)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Mary Lodien.

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Julienne Coley - Unknown - September 17, 2021

Departed: 09/17/2021 (Kalispell)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Julienne Coley.

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Jacklin Hibler - Unknown - September 13, 2021

Departed: 09/13/2021 (Kalispell)

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Jacqueline Anders Clowers - Unknown - September 13, 2021

Departed: 09/13/2021 (Kalispell)

Obituary Preview: Jacqueline Anders Clowers was a long time resident of the Flathead Valley. She passed away September 13, 2021 after a hard fought fight with Covid. She lived her life reminding us that when it rains to look for rainbows, and if it is dark, to see the stars. We will love her to the moon and back and forever miss our hugs and kisses from our Banana.

Jacque was a dedicated mother to her three daughters and her fury companions. Through the years she was passionate about caring and assisting others. She was kindhearted and welcoming to everyone she encountered including those she had just met. Jacque had a heart for connecting with others. She will be remembered for her infectious laugh and smile. Her cooking, birthday cupcakes, braid and quirky sense of humor that touched each of us.

In heaven, she will join her parents Jack and Marilyn, brother David, stepmother Bonnie, and stepsister Mindy. She will be lovingly remembered by her daughters Holly, Christina and April, her sisters Sue and Tammy, her brothers Marvin and Arvin, her stepsiblings Missy, Alan and Marci, her 8 grandchildren, her 2 great grandchildren, her pack of fur children and granddogs, and an extensive list of friends near and far.

A celebration of life will be planned with family at a later time. Those that desire to make donations are encouraged to reach out to assist in setting up care for her beloved dogs or to a charity of their choice.

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Robert Westin - Unknown - September 13, 2021

Departed: 09/13/2021 (Kalispell)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Robert Westin.

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Conor Graham - Unknown - September 13, 2021

Departed: 09/13/2021 (Kalispell)

Obituary Preview: Conor William Graham was welcomed into this world on Sept. 1, 1999, by his parents Shane W. and Julie E. Graham, as well as his big brother Quinten and a host of eagerly waiting family and friends.

A handsome and exceedingly charming child, Conor attended grade school at Elrod Elementary and Kalispell Junior High. He graduated from Columbia Falls High School in 2018 where he excelled in all things choir, achieving a highly sought-after spot with the Sonifers group his senior year. It was during high school at Columbia Falls that Conor met his future wife Emily Lamb.

Conor navigated the challenges of Type 1 diabetes from just over 2 years of age, throughout his life and faced it head-on with the unwavering love and support of his parents, both families and good friends.

Conor embarked on the next adventure in his journey on Sept. 12, 2021. And while we will miss him terribly, we understand he’d grown weary of life’s challenges and accept his desire to leave those challenges behind him.

Conor was preceded in death by his mother Julie E. Graham, maternal grandparents Liz Jones, Frank Pollinger and uncle, Scott Pollinger.

He is survived by his father Shane W. Graham, brother Quinten N. Graham and paternal grandparents Neil and Lorraine Graham, and his aunt and fairy godmother, Whitney Graham; cousins Tara Killian and Tiana Prochnow and their families. Conor is also survived by maternal uncles Mike (Annie) and Brian Pollinger and aunt Lisa (Jean) Benlian and their families. Conor also leaves a rather large extended family and many friends that loved him.

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Jeffrey Crowston - Unknown - September 12, 2021

Departed: 09/12/2021 (Kalispell)

Obituary Preview: Jeffrey Crowston, 53, of Whitefish, formerly of Reiles Acres, Fargo, North Dakota, died Monday, Sept. 6, 2021, at Logan Health Whitefish. He fought a courageous battle with cancer but succumbed to Covid-19. He was surrounded by his loving family.

Jeffrey Crowston, the son of Darrell and Irene (Zick) Crowston, was born June 8, 1968, in Fargo. Jeff attended and graduated from West Fargo High School. He attended North Dakota State University and worked at Harley Davidson in West Fargo before moving to Whitefish in 1996. While living in Whitefish, he had a business partnership in 2 Dog Pizza food truck for eight years. He also worked at Truby’s Restaurant and Bar, and for Deer Lodge County, in Anaconda. He attended and graduated from Flathead Valley Community College, receiving a surgical tech degree. He came home for many years for beet harvest at Felton, Minnesota, as an operator and later as a foreman.

​​�​��Jeff was an avid hunter, enjoyed snowboarding on Big Mountain, and played in a co-ed adult Ice Hockey Association, as a goalie. He traveled to many places such as Hawaii, England, and backpacked around Normandy, France, as he was a big history buff. He lived a full life in his short years and will be greatly missed by many.

He is survived by his mother, Irene (Zick) Crowston, father Darrell Crowston, of Reiles Acres, Fargo, a sister, Michelle (Bradley) Cusey, two nephews, Tanner and Carter Cusey, as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, and a special friend Becky.

He was preceded in death by his fraternal and maternal grandparents, an uncle and a cousin.

A celebration of life will be held in Fargo at Courtyard by Marriott at 1080 28th Ave. S, Moorhead, Minnesota, on Sept. 30, Thursday, between 1 and 5 p.m.

There will be a celebration of life in Whitefish at a later date.

Family asks any donations be given to the American Cancer Society in his name.

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Donna Wahlberg - Unknown - September 12, 2021

Departed: 09/12/2021 (Kalispell)

Obituary Preview: Donna Joan Wahlberg, 93, of Great Falls passed away very peacefully on September 12, 2021 at Beehive Homes of Columbia Falls.

A private family service will be held in Great Falls in the coming months.  Cremation has taken place.

Donna was born in Great Falls on August 11, 1928 to Pearl and William Thorson.  She spent her early years in Atlanta, Idaho and Hughesville, Montana growing up in a mining camp environment.  Donna later moved to Great Falls where she spent most of her life and graduated from Great Falls High School.  She went on to marry her late husband Neil Wahlberg on June 11, 1949.  Together, they raised four children (Barbara, Darcy, William, and Stephen).  She also had nine grandchildren and five great grandchildren.  Donna’s siblings and parents preceded her in death.

Besides working at various local offices and schools, Donna was an avid genealogist and history buff.  She understood the importance of documenting things of historical significance. She wrote two books: “So Be It”, about the Hughesville/Barker mining area and “Gone but Not Forgotten”, cemetery listings for Monarch, Neihart, Hughesville, Kibby, Geer, and Goodman.  She also donated a great amount of her time and research to local historical organizations and received various recognition awards for her work including The History Museum Legacy Award in 2010.

Donna loved the outdoors and especially the mountains.  She really enjoyed spending time in the mountainous Hughesville area where she grew up.  She was also well known to the neighborhood where she lived in Great Falls and to the people passing by for her beautiful flower gardens.  The floral work in her yard was very important to her and she took great pride in it.  It was not uncommon for people to stop and talk to her often about her flowers as she worked in her yard.  Donna lived on her own and gardened until age 90.

Memorials are suggested to The History Museum in Great Falls.

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Daniel Murray - Unknown - September 12, 2021

Departed: 09/12/2021 (Kalispell)

Obituary Preview: Daniel Francis Murray, 63, of Atlanta, died Sunday, September 12, 2021, in Kalispell, Montana after suffering a severe cardiac event while on vacation in Glacier National Park. He spent his last day driving across Montana with his daughter, watching broad valleys give way to alpine forests bathed in golden sunlight. An outdoor Celebration of Life is planned for a later date for friends and family to gather and share stories from his well-lived, too-short, but always adventurous life.

Dan was born in Pennsylvania in 1957 to Michael J. Murray and the late Mary Alice Collins. At a young age, Dan and his family moved south to Atlanta where he attended the Marist School before graduating from Georgia Tech with a Bachelor’s degree in computer science. An avid skydiver and experienced pilot, Dan spent his youth in the skies. He had multiple licenses and ratings, including a multi-engine instructor and the ATP certificate—Airline Transport Pilot, which allowed him to fly his favorite aircraft, the iconic DC-3.

While in school, Dan began to write computer software to help pay for his flying time. The company that hired him, Benefit Services, became a pioneer in the 401(k) recordkeeping business, and Dan continued creating programs and working his way up through the company until he and his business partner sold it to MetLife. For several years after that, Dan took time away from work, embracing the opportunity to travel with his young children. The family spent a great deal of time enjoying the small-town atmosphere of Rosemary Beach, Florida in addition to their global adventures.

Dan later returned to his skills in technology and took on clients in need of creative business solutions, guiding Atlanta-based Piece of Cake on their decade-long expansion with his software and business acumen. In addition to his wife Robin, Daniel Murray is survived by his three children, Alex, Emily, and Ellen; his father, Michael J. Murray and two brothers—Michael (Karen) of Houston, Texas and John (Regiena) of Newnan, Georgia. He also has a nephew, numerous nieces, and a new grand-niece he had just recently met by Zoom. In the words of astrophysicist Carl Sagan, “we are like butterflies who flutter for a day and think it is forever.”

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Tisch Haas - Unknown - September 12, 2021

Departed: 09/12/2021 (Kalispell)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Tisch Haas.

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Kenneth Baker - Unknown - September 11, 2021

Departed: 09/11/2021 (Kalispell)

Obituary Preview: Kenneth Roger Baker, 66, died Sept. 11, 2021, at his home.

He is survived by his wife, Karen Baker; parents, Mary and Norm Davis; and children, Shawn Baker, Shasta Kelley, Cassie Howell, Misty Young, Keni Baker-Presnell, Ruby Reiner, Brandi Kelch and Barbara Carroll.

Cremation has taken place.

Funeral services will be held at 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 17, at St. Matthew's Catholic Church.

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Frederick Jackson - Unknown - September 11, 2021

Departed: 09/11/2021 (Kalispell)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Frederick Jackson.

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Rich Kraft - Unknown - September 11, 2021

Departed: 09/11/2021 (Kalispell)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Rich Kraft.

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Adie Vidmer McRae - Unknown - September 08, 2021

Departed: 09/08/2021 (Kalispell)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Adie Vidmer McRae.

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Carol Kaufman - Unknown - September 06, 2021

Departed: 09/06/2021 (Kalispell)

Obituary Preview: CAROL LINDA KAUFMAN, 74, OF KALISPELL MONTANA AND FORMERLY OF WOODMERE LONG ISLAND AND KEENE, N.H. PASSED AWAY AT KALISPELL HOSPITAL AFTER A FALL AND A PERIOD OF FAILING HEALTH.

CAROL, THE OLDEST OF TWO CHILDREN, WAS BORN NOV. 17, 1946 TO EDWIN KAUFMAN AND HELENE POPOVER KAUFMAN IN BOROUGH PARK BROOKLYN, N.Y. CAROL GREW UP IN BROOKLYN SURROUNDED BY A CLOSE-KNIT JEWISH FAMILY OF GRANDPARENTS, AUNTS AND UNCLES, COUSINS AND EXTENDED FAMILY. SHE ATTENDED PUBLIC SCHOOLS, GRADUATING FROM NEW UTRECHT HIGH SCHOOL IN 1964. CAROL OVERCAME LEARNING DISABILITIES THAT WERE NOT WELL UNDERSTOOD AT THAT TIME THRU SHEER WILL POWER AND PERSEVERANCE. SHE WAS EXTREMELY PROUD OF HER ACCOMPLISHMENTS, EARNING AN ASSOCIATES DEGREE IN LABORATORY SCIENCE AT NEW YORK CITY COMMUNITY COLLEGE AND A BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN MEDICAL SCIENCE AT THE COLLEGE OF STATEN ISLAND.

CAROL BEGAN HER PROFESSIONAL CAREER IN THE PATHOLOGY LABS. AT SLOAN KETTERING MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, A PRESTIGIOUS CANCER TREATMENT CENTER IN NEW YORK CITY. SHE ALSO WORKED 2ND JOBS ON EVENINGS AND WEEKENDS AT LABS. AROUND THE CITY. SHE WAS AN INCREDIBLY DILIGENT AND CONSCIENTIOUS WORKER. AFTER A DECADE OF HARD AND STRESSFUL WORK IN HER CHOSEN PROFESSION, CAROL DECIDED TO SEE WHAT ELSE LIFE HAD TO OFFER.

IT WAS DURING THIS PERIOD OF HER LIFE THAT SHE BEGAN TO PURSUE INTERESTS, HOBBIES AND DREAMS THAT WERE FAR MORE COMPELLING AND SATISFYING. SHE TOOK CLASSES IN 35MM PHOTOGRAPHY, WORKED WITH HER FATHER TO BUILD A DARKROOM, STUDIED ASTRONOMY AND THE NIGHT SKYS WITH HER TELESCOPE AND TURNED TO PERENNIAL GARDENING AND LANDSCAPING WITH A PASSION AND INCREDIBLE ATTENTION TO DETAIL. HER COTTAGE GARDEN AT HER PARENT’S HOME IN KEENE,N.H. WAS APPRECIATED AND ADMIRED BY HER NEIGHBORS.

ALTHOUGH SHE WAS BORN AND RAISED IN THE CITY, A BURGEONING INTEREST IN THE WEST, MONTANA IN PARTICULAR, BEGAN TO EMERGE. SHE MADE A NUMBER OF SUMMER BUS TRIPS OUT TO MONTANA AND FELL IN LOVE WITH THE “LAST BEST PLACE” AS IT IS KNOWN TO MONTANANS. ON ONE OF HER LATER TRIPS CAROL DISCOVERED THE MAGIC OF TRAIN TRAVEL. ONCE SHE RODE “THE EMPIRE BUILDER”, THE TRAIN THAT RUNS FROM CHICAGO TO SEATTLE, ACROSS THE NORTHERN PLAINS, OVER THE CONTINENTAL DIVIDE AND THE MAJESTIC PEAKS OF GLACIER PARK, SHE KNEW THAT SHE HAD FOUND HER HEAVEN AND ULTIMATE DESTINATION. IN THE SPRING OF 2008, AFTER HER DAD PASSED AWAY, CAROL LEFT KEENE AND HEADED TO MONTANA TO BEGIN THE NEXT CHAPTER OF HER LIFE.

AFTER A FEW YEARS OF SEASONAL WORK AS A SKI LIFT OPERATOR AND LANDSCAPER IN MONTANA, UTAH AND ALASKA AND WITH THE HELP OF TWO DEAR FRIENDS, SUSIE RHOADES AND JOHN MAUSSHARDT, CAROL SETTLED INTO A SMALL CABIN ON THE OUTSKIRTS OF KALISPELL, MONTANA. IT IS THERE THAT SHE FOUND MUCH PEACE AND SATISFACTION. SHE SPENT MANY GREAT DAYS WITH HER LOVING MALAMUTE, SITTING ON HER PORCH WITH VIEWS OF THE FLATHEAD FOREST AND MOUNTAINS, WATCHING THE WEATHER, HOPING FOR SNOWSTORMS AND READING A GOOD ADVENTURE BOOK. FORTUNATELY, SHE HAD MANY OF THOSE DAYS. CAROL IS SURVIVED BY HER BROTHER JERROLD KAUFMAN, AND HIS WIFE DEBORAH OF SPOFFORD, HER NEPHEW ISAAC KAUFMAN AND HIS WIFE KIMBERLY AND THEIR CHILDREN MAISIE AND ROWEN OF HINSDALE, N.H., HER NIECE ELEANOR KAUFMAN, OF BROOKLYN, N.Y.,

AUNT AND UNCLE RHODA AND SAUL TURK, OF TEANECK, N.J. AND MANY FIRST COUSINS. CAROL WAS PREDECEASED BY HER PARENTS EDWIN AND HELENE KAUFMAN, OF KEENE,N.H.

IN KEEPING WITH CAROL’S WISHES, HER REMAINS WILL BE BROUGHT TO ONE OF HER FAVORITE HIKING AND CAMPING LOCATIONS IN THE BOB MARSHALL WILDERNESS OF MONTANA. IT WAS IN NATURE THAT SHE FOUND PEACE, BEAUTY AND CONNECTION TO THE SACRED CREATED WORLD.

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Wanda Louise Hulburd - Unknown - September 02, 2021

Departed: 09/02/2021 (Kalispell)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Wanda Louise Hulburd.

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Randal Eric Baker - Unknown - September 02, 2021

Departed: 09/02/2021 (Kalispell)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Randal Eric Baker.

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William "Jack" Jefferson Justice Jr. - Unknown - September 02, 2021

Departed: 09/02/2021 (Kalispell)

Obituary Preview: William Jefferson “Jack” Justice Jr, age 85, of Bigfork, Montana passed away on September 2, 2021 at Echoview Assisted Living in Kalispell, Montana.  He is survived by his daughter Jenna.

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David Lewis Jacobs - Unknown - September 01, 2021

Departed: 09/01/2021 (Kalispell)

Obituary Preview: David Jacobs, 78, of Somers passed away on Saturday, Aug. 28, 2021, at his home surrounded by his family.

David was born to Lewis and Rita Jacobs, the oldest of four children they raised in Atchison, Kansas.

David worked at various occupations during his career, including railroad brakeman, millwright, and as a registered nurse. He was a highly devoted husband and father who poured his heart into his wife and five sons and his grandchildren. He had a lifelong passion for restoring and maintaining vintage classic cars, namely 1960s Chevrolets. Throughout his life, David held a continuously growing relationship with our Savior, Jesus Christ. He was a member of Risen Christ Catholic Church in Kalispell. David enjoyed teaching others the word of Christ; he was active with local prison ministries for many years, and combined with his love and ability to mentor children taught religious education at his church parish,

David is survived by his wife, Mary, of 55 years; sons, Mathew (Cindy) Jacobs, Curtis (Debbie) Jacobs, Joshua (Treina) Jacobs, Nicholas (Valerie) Jacobs, and Andrew (Jessica) Jacobs; 11 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

Cremation has taken place.

A rosary will be said at 7 p.m Thursday, Sept. 16, at Risen Christ Catholic Church in Kalispell. A funeral Mass will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 17, at Risen Christ Church with Father Stan Rog officiating.

Darlington Cremation and Burial Service is handling arrangements.

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Dianna Dee Adams - Unknown - September 01, 2021

Departed: 09/01/2021 (Kalispell)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Dianna Dee Adams.

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Donald Sherman Wilson - Unknown - September 01, 2021

Departed: 09/01/2021 (Kalispell)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Donald Sherman Wilson.

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Linda Susan Heft - Unknown - September 01, 2021

Departed: 09/01/2021 (Kalispell)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Linda Susan Heft.

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Services Offered by Darlington Cremation and Burial Service

Darlington Cremation and Burial Service offers a comprehensive range of services designed to meet the unique needs of each family they serve. These services include:

- Traditional funeral services with burial or cremation options

- Memorial services and celebrations of life

- Direct cremation services

- Pre-planning and pre-funding options

- Grief support and counseling

The Benefits of Choosing Darlington Cremation and Burial Service

When you choose Darlington Cremation and Burial Service, you can expect a level of care and compassion that is unmatched in the industry. Some of the benefits of choosing them include:

- Personalized service: Their experienced staff takes the time to understand your unique needs and preferences, ensuring that every detail is tailored to your loved one's final farewell.

- State-of-the-art facilities: Their modern facilities are designed to provide a comfortable and peaceful environment for families to gather and pay their respects.

- Competitive pricing: They offer affordable pricing options without compromising on the quality of service.

- Community involvement: Darlington Cremation and Burial Service is deeply rooted in the local community, supporting various charitable organizations and initiatives.

The Importance of Pre-Planning with Darlington Cremation and Burial Service

Pre-planning is an essential aspect of funeral care that can provide peace of mind for both you and your loved ones. By pre-planning with Darlington Cremation and Burial Service, you can:

- Ensure your final wishes are respected

- Lock in costs at today's prices

- Relieve your family of the burden of making difficult decisions during a time of grief

- Take advantage of pre-funding options to secure your arrangements

Grief Support and Counseling Services

Losing a loved one can be a devastating experience, but it doesn't have to be faced alone. Darlington Cremation and Burial Service offers grief support and counseling services to help you navigate the healing process. These services include:

- One-on-one counseling sessions

- Support groups for adults and children

- Online resources and grief literature

- Referrals to local therapists and counselors

Community Involvement and Charitable Partnerships

Darlington Cremation and Burial Service is committed to giving back to the community they serve. They partner with local charities and organizations to support various initiatives, including:

- Hospice care programs

- Cancer research organizations

- Veterans' support groups

- Local food banks and pantries

Contacting Darlington Cremation and Burial Service

If you're looking for a trusted funeral home that will provide your loved one with a dignified farewell, look no further than Darlington Cremation and Burial Service. You can contact them at their convenient location:

3408 US Hwy 2 East, Kalispell, MT, 59901

Phone: [insert phone number]

Email: [insert email]

In conclusion, Darlington Cremation and Burial Service is a reputable funeral home that offers a range of personalized services to families in need. With their commitment to compassion, dignity, and community involvement, they have established themselves as a leader in the funeral care industry. Whether you're planning ahead or need immediate assistance, Darlington Cremation and Burial Service is here to support you every step of the way.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It is often published in a newspaper, online obituary platform, or funeral home website to inform friends, family, and community members of the passing.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to honor and celebrate the life of the deceased, while also providing important information to those who knew them. They help to notify people of the passing, share details about the funeral or memorial service, and provide a sense of closure.

Who writes an obituary?

Typically, the family members or close friends of the deceased write the obituary. In some cases, a funeral home or obituary writer may assist with writing the obituary.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, military service, hobbies, and surviving family members. It may also include a photo, funeral service details, and any charitable donations or memorial contributions.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or platform. Generally, it should be concise and to the point, ranging from a few sentences to a short paragraph.

Can I include a photo with the obituary?

Yes, many publications and online platforms allow you to include a photo with the obituary. This can be a recent photo or one from a special time in the person's life.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

Contact the newspaper's obituary department directly to inquire about their submission process and guidelines. Some newspapers may have online submission forms or email addresses for submitting obituaries.

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, it is becoming more common for people to write their own obituaries before they pass away. This can be a therapeutic way to reflect on your life and ensure that your story is told in your own words.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication or platform. Newspapers may charge by the word or line, while online platforms may offer free or low-cost options.

Can I edit an obituary after it's been published?

It may be possible to make corrections or edits to an obituary after it's been published, but this depends on the publication or platform's policies. Be sure to proofread carefully before submission.

What is an online obituary?

An online obituary is a digital version of a traditional printed obituary. It is published on a website or social media platform and can include additional features such as photos, videos, and guest books.

How long do online obituaries stay online?

The duration that an online obituary remains available varies depending on the platform or website. Some may keep them online permanently, while others may remove them after a certain period.

Can I share an obituary on social media?

Yes, many online obituary platforms allow you to share the obituary on social media sites like Facebook and Twitter.

What is a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of someone's passing, typically including only basic information such as name, age, and date of death. It is often used in conjunction with a full obituary.

What is the difference between an obituary and a eulogy?

An obituary is a written notice announcing someone's death and providing biographical information. A eulogy is a speech or written tribute that celebrates the person's life and legacy.

Can I include humor in an obituary?

Yes, many people choose to include humorous anecdotes or quotes in an obituary to reflect the person's personality and spirit.

How do I handle errors or inaccuracies in an obituary?

If you notice an error or inaccuracy in an obituary, contact the publication or platform immediately to request corrections.

Can I write an obituary for someone who has been deceased for a long time?

Yes, it's never too late to write an obituary for someone who has passed away. This can be a meaningful way to honor their memory and share their story with others.

What are some alternative ways to publish an obituary?

In addition to traditional newspapers, you can publish an obituary on online platforms, social media sites, funeral home websites, or create a memorial website or blog.

Can I include quotes or lyrics in an obituary?

Yes, including meaningful quotes or song lyrics can add depth and personality to an obituary.

How do I know what information to include in an obituary?

Think about the person's life story, accomplishments, and relationships. You can also ask family members or friends for input and suggestions.

Can I write an obituary for someone who didn't want one?

If the person explicitly stated they did not want an obituary, it's generally best to respect their wishes. However, if you feel that sharing their story would be beneficial for those who knew them, you could consider writing a private tribute instead.

What are some tips for writing a great obituary?

Be honest and authentic in your writing. Focus on capturing the person's spirit and personality. Use specific details and anecdotes to bring their story to life. And don't be afraid to show emotion and vulnerability.

Can I include charitable donations or memorial contributions in an obituary?

Yes, many people choose to include information about charitable donations or memorial contributions in lieu of flowers. This can be a meaningful way to continue the person's legacy.

How do I find inspiration for writing an obituary?

Read other obituaries for inspiration. Think about the person's favorite stories, memories, and accomplishments. You can also talk to family members or friends for ideas and insights.