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Tripplehorn, Paul Kelly, Jr. FORT WORTH -- Paul Kelly Tripplehorn Jr., 26, went to be with his Heavenly Father Saturday, November 29, 2008. Memorial service: 2 p.m. Tuesday at Christ Chapel Bible Church, 3740 Birchman Avenue, Fort Worth, Texas 76107, 817-731-4329 Reception following. Memorials: The family asks that in lieu of flowers remembrances be made to any charity of choice dealing with mental health issues, in particular research for bipolar disorder. Honorary Pall Bearers: Tyler Brous, Bill Ratliff IV, John Wynne, Will Ellis, Michael Andrews, Jason Warner, Ted Gupton, Ford Burgher, Grant Huff, Will Rogers, Stepen Tatum, W. A. Landreth, Michael Innerarity, Michael Malone, James Green, Peter Alcorn, Josh Stroud, George Chevalier, Mason Abshire, C. B. Team. Kelly was born July 24, 1982 to Charlotte and Paul Tripplehorn in Fort Worth. He attended All Saints Episcopal School and graduated from Fort Worth Country Day School. He then graduated from the University Of Virginia with a degree in religious studies. He was to complete his study at Westminster College this December with a masters in religion. He had plans to continue work on a PHD with study scheduled in Israel for the spring. Kelly started a non-profit organization, the I53 network, based on the scripture Isaiah 53. He and a film crew traveled to London where they made a documentary based on taking the Word of God to believers of other faiths. Kelly was the light of his family's life. He was a kind and sensitive spirit and his passing leaves behind many who loved and adored him. Kelly played on Varsity sports including football and wrestling and went on to play college ball his freshman year at Amherst College. He was a member of Park Cities Presbyterian Church and was active in Christ Chapel in Fort Worth . He was a member of the Steeplechase Club. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. M. P. Tripplehorn of Andrews. Survivors: Parents, Charlotte and Paul Tripplehorn; sister, Alexis Claire Tripplehorn of Dallas; brother, Jacob Zachary Schmid Tripplehorn; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Schmid, Jr. of Walnut Springs; uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Schimd, III of Fort Worth; aunt and uncle Mr. and Mrs. William Wolfe Schmid of Layfayette, La; and cousins, Matt Schmid, Will Schmid, Mick Schmid and Adley Schmid. Greenwood Funeral Home 3100 White Settlement Road Fort Worth Texas 76107 (817) 336-0584

Published by Dallas Morning News on Dec. 1, 2008.
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fannylu garcia

November 11, 2009

Well, I was googling kids that I remembered from my childhood in texas, and Paul Kelly, I remembered you from Andrews. I was so sorry to find this about your son. What can I say, children are on loan from God. He places them in our careing and loving arms,and calls them home when he sees fit. You and your family are in my prayers.
Mickie Gillen

October 1, 2009

You have my deepest respect.

Deena Rose

July 15, 2009

Mr and Mrs Tripplehorn-

I see the horrible tragedy of this more than anyone can know...I accidentally came across the loss of your son. I am a Christian and also suffer from bipolar. I am a student and sometimes everything is so overwhelming. It is so hard for people to understand the darkness of this disease. I found the comments of your son to be a glimmer of the wonderful person God was perfecting...I also know that what you can be sure of is that in his Father's hands he now finds peace to something that we do not fathom. In his witness and struggles, I see a hope that I can make a difference and if one is touched and saved...your amazing Paul had a ministry no one can deny! What a wonderful legacy of Christ...not perfect just forgiven. He had overcome so much scrutiny but shone bright. I don't know why some are taken so young but like Jesus (who was taken so young) they leave an impact that changes lives! God bless you and keep close to your heart that you will see him again. His bipolar is healed and His Father welcomed His faithful servant!

Billie Thurman

March 16, 2009

To the Tripplehorn family-

You don't know me, and yet your loss has touched me deeply. Our sons played on the football field against each other in high school, though I only learned about that today as I read with sadness about Kelly's death. Please know that for the many people who share your grief and offer you sympathy, there are even more whom are unknown to you, and are sending you prayers for strength and comfort. After reading about your son, I have no doubt his life, although tragically short, will positively infuence the lives of many in the future. His legacy will continue. May God bless you in the days, months and years to come.

CSW

December 24, 2008

Paul and Charlotte,

I just now found out about your loss and I am truly saddened by it. I will pray for Kelly and your family. I hope that the feeling of loss will some day be supplanted with many special memories of Kelly filled with joy.

God Bless,

Dan Organ

December 22, 2008

Dear Charlotte and Paul,
I am so saddened to hear of the loss of your son, Paul. Though I never met him, he sounds like a person who led his life in a spiritual, adventurous way. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Cheryl Adams Rogers
Fort Worth and Glen Rose, Texas

Cheryl Adams Rogers

December 18, 2008

Paul, I am sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Richard Sybesma

December 17, 2008

Dear Charlotte, I am so very, very sorry to hear about your precious son. I pray God's comfort to you. If ever you need me, I will be here for you. You were such a dear friend to me when we were in school.
Much love to you. Sara Hunter Carrington

Sara Carrington

December 16, 2008

I was so sorry to hear about your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Betty Loescher

Betty Loescher

December 14, 2008

Paul Kelly, we are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers, always.

Reeder and Pat Price
Andrews, Texas

Reeder F Price

December 10, 2008

Tripplehorn Family,
I cannot express how sorry I am to hear of your loss. May God be with you to provide you with strength and peace during this difficult time. You are and will remain in my thoughts and prayers.

Matt Slataper

December 9, 2008

Dear Paul,

Sally shared the sad news with me of the tremendous loss of your eldest son. From what I have read in the guest book it appears he was an amazing young man. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Anne Seeligson Bull

December 9, 2008

Paul Kelly - I am so sorry for your loss. What a remarkable young man you raised - I know you are a proud daddy. You and your family are in my prayers - always.

Rene' (Price) Wilcher

December 9, 2008

Dear Charlotte and Paul:
We are so sad about your precious son. Gerry and I pray for your family every morning. God bless and give you much comfort always.
All our love,
Janet and Gerry

Janet Hilliard

December 8, 2008

Dear Tripplehorn Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. God be with you all.

Stanton Bell, Jr.

December 8, 2008

Tripplehorn Family,

You are in my thoughts and prayers now and always.

Allison Pfingstag

December 7, 2008

Dear Paul and Charlotte,

I am so saddened to hear of your loss. I lost my son this fall and it is just so hard. As Bertie said, you will treasure memories and keep him in your hearts.

My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.

Angela Fabry

December 7, 2008

Dear Tripplehorn Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and our praryers. Jacob, you are always welcome to visit us, in Houston or in the country.
With love,
Cherie, John, Jack, and Corey Howell

Cherie Howell

December 6, 2008

Mr. & Mrs. Tripplehorn,
I am saddened to hear about your loss. Your family is in our prayers. Just know that Kelly is now in a better place, and in peace.
Sincerely,
Maria Aguilar, Alexia Cuellar & Families

Alexia Cuellar

December 5, 2008

Dear Paul and Charlotte, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my thoughts.

Amy Hunter

December 5, 2008

My last memory of Kelly is at Steeplechase a couple of years back. He spoke to me in detail concerning his newfound mission in Christian broadcasting. We had an extensive conversation about his vision and journey and I was inspired by his passion. I will always remember Kelly as a vivacious, passionate person. All of our hearts are heavy with sadness. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers each and every day.

Elise Graham

December 4, 2008

Charlotte and Paul
May the love of God give you the strength to endure this ordeal, which I cannot begin to fathom. We love you both and want to envelop you with love and comforts to bring you through your pain and grief.

Nancy

Nancy Dunlap

December 4, 2008

Dear Tripplehorns,

My thoughts and prayers are with you. Kelly will be deeply missed and I want you to know that it was pleasure to teach him and know him. His intelligence, infectious sense of humor and bright smile will remain in my memory. As someone who has also experienced tragedy related to mental illness, know that my heat grieves for you guys, but it will get better...day by day.

Jeff Fraley

December 4, 2008

No words can express how sorry I was to hear about you loss. Charlotte, the one thing I know for sure is that your faith will carry you through this. I never meet your son but when you talk about your children I see totally love and admiration, and knowing that he had dedicated his life to the lord I know is a comfort. I am and will be praying for you and your family.

Pam Hebert

December 4, 2008

I disagreed with many of Kelly's ideas and faith, but I am deeply saddened to hear of his death. He was a very intelligent young man with much to offer.

My sincerest condolences to his family and I hope that they find strength in this hard time.

Stewart Paterson

December 4, 2008

Paul and Charlotte,
My heart just hurts for you. You are in my prayers.

Valerie Jackson Lester

December 3, 2008

Paul,

We are terribly sorry for the loss of your beloved son. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you now and forever.

Gary and Karen

Gary Broyles

December 3, 2008

Charlotte, Paul, Alexis Claire and Jacob,
You are all in our prayers. Our most sincere condolences.
Horacio & Sandra Garcia
Montecarlo, Monaco

Horacio Garcia

December 3, 2008

I'm so terribly sorry for your loss.

Teri Davis Newman

December 3, 2008

Dear Charlotte and Paul, Lon and I are saddened to hear of your son's untimely death. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Susan Norman Smith.

Susan Smith

December 3, 2008

Charlotte, Paul, Alexis Claire and Jacob,
Our hearts and prayers are with you.

Kathy and Megan Hoffman

December 3, 2008

Paul, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dear son. The tribute gave me some insight into the magnificant person he was. Words cannot and will not do any good to ease your sorrow, but know that I will be faithful to pray for healing for your whole family. I wish you were close enough to hug.

Earlene Broyles

December 3, 2008

Tripplehorn Family,
My prayers are with you and may God give you all strength during this time of need.
Victor Mann FWCDS '01

Victor Mann

December 3, 2008

My condolences to the family. May the Lord be with you during your time of grief.
CORY M. BURNS CLASS OF 2001' FWCDS

CORY BURNS

December 2, 2008

Dear Charlotte and Paul,
Gene and I are so very sorry for the loss of your wonderful son. Thanks for sharing so much of his life in your warm tribute. Please know your friends are praying for your family at this most difficult time.

Pfeifer Linda

December 2, 2008

My heart is filled with sadness for your family at this great loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers as will your son.

Paula Brittain

December 2, 2008

Charlotte, Paul, Alexis Claire and Jacob,

I'm so sorry for your loss. Though I only met Kelly a few times, I found him to be intelligent, charming and possess a kind heart.

My prayers are with you and your family.

Best Wishes,

john justice

John Justice

December 2, 2008

Mr. & Mrs. Tripplehorn,
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I pray that Our Heavenly Father will embrace you during this very difficult time.

God Bless You,
Kathleen Marx
Joe Foster Company

Kathleen Marx

December 2, 2008

Charlotte, Paul, Alexis Claire and Jacob - I'm so terribly sorry for your loss, for this loss that affects your family and so many others. Kelly was a wonderful, thoughtful person who touched so many lives. You are all in my thoughts and prayers and I'm sorry I could not be there today with you and with everyone to celebrate his life.

Carter Tatum

December 2, 2008

Like so many before me, I am so sorry for your loss. Kelly was truly spirited and a personality that will be missed. His unwavering faith and ability to be a true individual made life just a little bit more interesting. Please know that you all will be in my thoughts a prayers.

George Chevaillier

December 2, 2008

Dearest Paul and Charlotte,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your eldest child, Kelly. Although I did not know your son, he sounded like a wonderfully vibrant soul, full of passion and conviction. At this difficult time, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May your fond memories help sustain you and your family. All the best, Margaret

Margaret Pawel - Moore

December 2, 2008

My dear Charlotte and Paul, I am devastated by the news of the death of sweet Kelly that I just received. I am well aware of the tremendous pain you and your family are suffering and would have come by to give you hugs from my heart if I had known sooner. One of the thoughts that gave me some comfort was how fortunate I was to have loved and shared the life of my sons, rather than never to have known them at all. Family, friends, and faith are most important in this time of grief and I know you have all three. Much love, Bertie

Alberta Hogg

December 2, 2008

Paul,

To you and your wife, I have never had the pleasure of meeting your family, but knowing you, makes me feel so saddened to hear of the loss of you all's son. Please be strong, Paul.

Love ya,

Ida Jones

December 2, 2008

Dear Tripplehorn Family,
I'm a African-American student who attended many classes with Paul at Westminster' Seminary. The most recent class we had
together was Gospels, I referred to Paul as my bother in Christ. I will miss Paul. My prayers are with you.
Lorinda Henry

Lorinda Henry

December 2, 2008

Charlotte and Paul,
I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved son Kelly. While I did not have the pleasure of knowing him, I heard so much about him from Dorothy. And after reading his website and all of the guest book entries, I know he will be sorely missed by all in your family and so many friends around the world. I was planning on flying in today with Leila but my schedule was interrupted and I had to cancel at the last minute. I am there in spirit and I know that you have immense love surrounding you with all your friends there at this moment. My prayers are with you for strength and comfort for you both and your other children and family members.

Susan Paisley

December 2, 2008

Dear Charlotte and Paul,
Our deepest sympathy and love to you and all your family. May Jesus comfort you as only He can do. You are in our prayers.
Your East Texas Family from Tyler and Arp...all the Arnolds

Sherry Simpson

December 2, 2008

Dear Paul and Charlotte we are so saddened to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and our prayers are with you in this most difficult of times.

Jay, Jan, and Jordan Upchurch

Jay Upchurch

December 2, 2008

We pray that the lord comfort you and you family during this hard time.It was very nice to get to know and be a part of your family.Our thoughts and prayers are with you. From Bertha and the Villalpando family.

Hector Villalpando

December 1, 2008

Dear Tripplehorn Family,

I am very sorry for your loss. I met Kelly at Westminster and remember him sharing about his London documentary. I also remember him asking tough, smart questions to one of our professors. I'm grateful for the brief time of fellowship we shared. I will look forward to that fellowship again in the Kingdom of Heaven.

Sincerely in Christ,

Scott Goodson

Scott Goodson

December 1, 2008

Dear Tripplehorn Family,

I was so saddened to hear about Kelly's passing. He was always so impassioned with whatever task was at hand. Over the past few years especially, Kelly and I always made a point to get together when I was back in Fort Worth. Kelly provided me with much encouragement and never failed to challenge me in the best way. I will truly miss him.

While I am thankful I got to spend a few hours with Jacob over break after hearing the news, I will regrettably not be able to fly back from New York for the funeral tomorrow. Your family will most definitely be in my thoughts and prayers moving forward.

May God Bless You All. Be well.

Wade McMullen

(Romans 8:28)

Wade McMullen

December 1, 2008

Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Laura and Frances will be there tomorrow and know that we will be there in spirit also. All our love, Susan and Malcolm

susan & malcolm duncan

December 1, 2008

Tripplehorn Family,

I am deeply sorry for your loss. When I heard the news, an old saying immediately came to mind, "a candle that burns twice as bright, only lasts half as long."

Kelly will not be easily forgotten, as he typically (and I believe, strategically) positioned himself to be the focal point of all our fun memories! A party just wasn't a party until Kelly arrived, and do you know it was he who convinced the entire student body to "fight the man," (and our "oppressive" uniform code) by wearing zany knee-high socks to school. Because it was Kelly, everyone followed unquestioningly. Thank you for each and every day that was blessed with Kelly's infectious passion and quirky sense of humor. He knew how to breathe fun into the mundane, and will be greatly missed.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and all his close friends. May you find strength in Christ and comfort in His presence.

Jennifer Persons Treadwell

December 1, 2008

Dear Tripplehorn family,

I was very saddened to hear of the loss of your son, brother, and grandson Kelly. I was privileged to study with him at Westminster over this past year. I admired Kelly for his open-heartedness and friendliness, his discipline, and his passion for Christ. His presence will most certainly be missed on our seminary campus. I pray that God will comfort you at this time.

"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand" (Isaiah 41:10).

Mike Evans

Mike Evans

December 1, 2008

Dear Paul and Charlotte,

Nita and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God's love and grace embrace you during this difficult time.

Michael Kiolbassa

Michael Kiolbassa

December 1, 2008

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

brian hartnett

December 1, 2008

Tripplehorn Family,
Words cannot express how deeply I will miss Kelly. He will always have a very special place in my heart. Many of my greatest memories include Kelly and his infectious personality/passion. I take comfort knowing he is in paradise with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. My prayers are with you. I will be there in spirit tomorrow at his memorial.
-David Mitchell

David Mitchell

December 1, 2008

Kelly was the first person I ever met from Fort Worth and I will always remember his kindness and his sense of humor. I'm glad I got to know him and I will always remember him.

Bridget Powers

December 1, 2008

Dear Charlotte and Paul,
May you know the comfort of Christ's love in your time of grief and sorrow. The loss of your son proves that life is fragile and we don't know the pain that another may be facing.
May you be strengthen by faith and friends in this difficult time.

Janie Garrett

December 1, 2008

Dear Charlotte and Paul,

Your cousin Jean called me yesterday and I was so saddened to learn of your loss. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. My heart goes out to you and you have my very deepest sympathies.

Debbie Hutcheson

December 1, 2008

Dear sweet Charlotte and Paul,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I have contacted Peggy and Pat and all are devastated. Please feel our arms around you and give Alexis Claire our love. Beverly, Berry and Mike Bogel

Beverly Bogel

December 1, 2008

Dear Charlotte and Paul,
We have just heard about your loss of your beautiful Kelly through our Aspen Chris Church network. Please know that we are sending our love and heartfelt condolences to you both and to Alexis Claire and Jacob and everyone else in your family. Words cannot express our sorrow for you all.

Victoria and David Wilson-Kerrville

Victoria M Wilson

December 1, 2008

Dear Mr. & Mrs. Tripplehorn. I was a female African-American student with Paul at Westminister Seminary. We did some small group projects together. As a chaplain I shared some of my experiences with ladies who were bipolar. I will miss him. Praying for you and the family. May the God of all comfort comfort you as only He can. God bless

Wanda Williams

December 1, 2008

Dear Charlotte and Paul,
I am so grieved to have heard about your beloved son Kelly. My son William and Jacob had many fun years together at All Saints and one thing that always impressed me was what a great, loving, fun family you were. Not only
were you close but funny and caring and above all a family full of faith. I am hurting so much for each one of you today and my thoughts, especially prayers will be with you forever. I am so very very sorry.
Much love, Cyd Shaw

Cyd Shaw

December 1, 2008

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Tripplehorn:

Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.

Shari Lincoln
Fort Worth Country Day School

Shari Lincoln

December 1, 2008

Kelly, though you are no longer with us here on earth, the memories we shared during the past year can never be removed. I pray that we will see each other again one day. Thank you for your gracious service to the Lord and to those closest to you. I will miss you dearly my friend...

To the Tripplehorn family, Matthew Innamorati called me this morning to tell the tragic news. My prayers, thoughts & love go out to the whole family during this time. I am currently working in Uganda and tried my best to make it home but there just wasn't enough time. Had there been more time, please know that I would be there in a heartbeat. It truly breaks my heart to miss it. Please know that I will be fervently praying for each of you tomorrow. Much love,

Blake Smith

December 1, 2008

Dear Paul and Charlotte,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Jeff and Clare Coburn

Jeff Coburn

December 1, 2008

I am very saddened to read of the loss of your beloved son, Kelly. You do not know me nor did I know your son but I too lost my dear child this past year at the tender age of 18, he too suffered from bipolar disorder. I am very familiar with your loss and the extreme pain you are in. I too know the journey you now embark...the one of sorrow that will challenge your very faith...I have found only two choices in this matter. Despair or God. The first attempts to envade from time to time and brings only loneliness, doubt, anger and pain...the other, however, brings me grace through my pain and through that I find a sense of peace. Though it makes no sense to lose the one we love at such a tender age we know deep in our souls that we will see them again and a glorious day that will be. I do not alway understand God's ways nor his thoughts but I always believe he knows what he is doing and he tells us to stand fast our faith in him, regardless of the circumstances. I pray that he will send his angels to comfort your broken hearts and that he will give you times of rest upon this tragic journey with the cool water of his grace. Please know you are not alone through this valley...that he is with you and someday, together we will all live in Glory with him and we will see our lost children again. God Bless this family.

Bob Hopkins

December 1, 2008

Tripplehorn family,

My family and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

I was fortunate to run into Kelly at the grocery store a couple of weeks ago and share a quick hug with him for which I am now grateful. Something I will always remember about Kelly was his passion -- no matter what he was pursuing, he gave it his 200% -- and I was excited to hear that he was channeling that passion toward his studies and film production. Please know that his friends will miss him and always remember the fun that he brought to our high school memories.

Claire Florsheim

December 1, 2008

William and I continue to pray for you all. We loved Kelly very much. He was such a special person and always a joy to be around.

Ellen Peeples

December 1, 2008

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Tripplehorn,
I have so many wonderful memories of Kelly from our time at Country Day together and am extremely saddened by his death. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Blair Taylor Walker

December 1, 2008

Dear Charlotte and Paul,
I am heart-sick to learn just now about your loss of Kelly. I had no idea on Sunday when I saw you at church - had no opportunity to say hello because I had to leave before it was over. I am reaching out to embrace you both with prayer for the love and healing of the divine which only God can give. With my love and deepest sympathy, Alann

Alann Sampson

December 1, 2008

Catherine and I are very saddened to learn today of your loss. We hold you in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time

Frederick Goggans

November 30, 2008

Dear Charlotte and Paul,
We just returned from the ranch and received the news about your beloved Kelly. Words cannot describe the sorrow that we feel for you and your family. Please know that we are praying for your peace of mind and a healing that only the Lord can give to you. We are so terribly sorry for your grief. We send love and prayers to all of you. Marcia and Bobby French

Marcia French

November 30, 2008

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