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How to Publish an Obituary: Step‑by‑Step Guide

St. Paul, Minnesota, USASaturday, April 11, 2026

Submitting a notice can feel overwhelming, but breaking the process into clear steps helps.

1. Choose Your Method

  • Email – Send the required details from an obituary checklist to [email protected].
  • Self‑Service Online Portal – Offers a guided experience.
  • Phone – Call 651‑228‑5263 for questions.

2. Gather Basic Data

Item Details
Your full name
Address (city & state)
Primary phone number
Alternate contact (optional)
Deceased’s name
Short text narrative
Photo (JPEG or PDF preferred)

Other image types are accepted; the office will notify you if there’s an issue.

3. Decide on Publication Dates

Option Cost
Single day (up to 12 lines) $162 minimum
Additional line $12 each
Exceeding 40 lines 7.5 % discount per line
Two separate days 20 % discount on both placements
Three notices Third notice free
Photo per day $125 each

Example: Two photos over two days → 4 photo charges at $500.

4. Verification of Death

Provide:

  • Funeral home or cremation society phone number or a death certificate.
  • If body donated to an anatomy program, that organization’s contact number.

Weekend hours are limited; plan ahead to avoid delays.

5. Proof and Finalization

  • A proof will be sent by fax or email.
  • Review it carefully; changes after approval are not corrected (except for online obituaries, where adjustments can still be made).
  • Payments must come before publication.

6. Payment

Method Notes
Credit card by phone only PCI regulations
Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) Requires routing and account numbers

Call the same number used for inquiries after you’ve approved the proof.

7. Memorial Notices

If you prefer a remembrance notice without death confirmation, contact the office for different rates and guidelines.

All deadlines are strict. Missing a deadline means your notice won’t appear on the requested date.

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