Memphis, TN — Available Nationwide
Professional Obituary Writing by The Obituary Queen™
We transform your family's memories into a compassionate, story-driven tribute. Standard obituaries, Reflections of Life, editing, and newspaper copy assistance — all handled with care.
What We Need From You
What Families Submit to Get Started
You don't need to have everything perfectly organized. Share what you know and we'll guide you through the rest with our simple questionnaire.
- Full legal name and any nicknames or "known as" names
- Date and place of birth; date and place of passing
- Hometown, schools attended, and career or military service
- Church affiliation, organizations, and community involvement
- Hobbies, passions, and what made them unique
- Names of surviving family members (spouse, children, grandchildren, siblings)
- Names of those who preceded them in death
- Any favorite quotes, scriptures, or poems
- Personal stories or memories you'd like woven into the tribute
Don't have all of this? That's okay. Contact us and we'll work with what you have.
Writing & Editing Options
Obituary Writing, Editing & Storytelling Services
Standard Obituary
A concise, dignified obituary covering the key facts of your loved one's life — suitable for funeral programs, newspapers, and online memorial pages.
Reflection of Life
A longer, narrative-style tribute that tells the full story of your loved one's life. Ideal for reading aloud at the service or printing in an 8-page program.
Editing & Polishing
Already have a draft written by the family? We'll edit, refine, and polish it for grammar, flow, and tone — preserving the family's voice while ensuring a professional result.
Newspaper & Online Copy
We format and prepare your obituary for submission to The Commercial Appeal, local newspapers, and online memorial platforms such as Legacy.com and Funeral.com.
Our Process
From Your Memories to a Finished Tribute
Complete Our Questionnaire
We send you a simple questionnaire to gather the details, stories, and memories that matter most.
We Write Your Tribute
Our writer crafts a compassionate, story-driven obituary or Reflection of Life from your responses. Timing is based on order details and the current production schedule.
Review & Revise
You receive a draft for review. Two revisions are included with your order. Additional revisions are available for $55 each.
Final Delivery
Your approved text is delivered in the format you need — ready for the program, newspaper, or online submission.
Common Questions
Obituary Writing FAQs
How long does obituary writing take?
We deliver a first draft as soon as possible once your completed questionnaire is received. Timing depends on order details and the current production schedule. Rush turnaround is available for urgent needs — a $75 rush fee applies.
What if I already have some text written?
We can work with what you have. Our editing service refines and polishes family-written drafts while preserving your voice and the details that matter to you.
Can the obituary be used in the funeral program?
Yes — and that's one of the most common combinations we offer. Obituary writing and program design/printing can be bundled together for a seamless experience.
Do you write obituaries for people outside of Memphis?
Yes. Our writing service is available remotely to families anywhere in the United States. Everything is handled by phone, email, and our online questionnaire.
Let Us Tell Their Story
The Obituary Queen™ — Doradee "Dee" Farris — brings over 15 years of industry experience to every tribute she writes. Since founding Farris Media & Marketing Management in 2021, she has helped more than 1,000 Memphis and Mid-South families honor their loved ones with words that truly reflect a life well lived. Call (901) 921-0110 or order online today.